James Campbell throws javelin PB of 80.38m

IN a truly incredible performance, javelin ace James Campbell threw a personal best of 80.38m at the Scottish Championships and Commonwealth Games Trials at Pitreavie on Sunday.
By The Newsroom
Published 22nd Jul 2010, 17:46 BST

James (22), whose parents Linda and Eddie live at Springfield Farm, Carluke, beat his existing personal best of 76.71m by almost 4m, much to the delight of the man himself and friends and family in the 500-strong crowd.

"I knew it was a good throw when I heard my dad let out a roar at the other end of the stadium!" James, the current UK Champion, told Gazette Sport.

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"And a mate of mine, the hammer thrower Mark Dry, shouted 'Jimbo!' at the top of his voice as well.

"When I looked at the electronic board and saw how far the javelin had gone I experienced a combination of relief and a great feeling.

"I just couldn't believe it. It came as a complete shock and I was feeling a bit emotional."

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