Hans van Alphen won the 2011 Talence Decastar with 8200 points, narrowly defeating Mikk Pahapill and Eelco Sintnicolaas in one of the closest finishes in the meeting's history.
Men’s national heptathlon records celebrate the top all-around performers from each country, reflecting the remarkable range of talent and dedication found across the world of combined events.
National decathlon records highlight the best performances ever achieved by athletes from each country, reflecting the global depth and diversity of the discipline.
Explore the complete final standings of the 2005 IAAF World Combined Events Challenge, including the leading decathletes, their scoring performances and competition venues.
Dmitri Karpov of Kazakhstan won the men's decathlon at the 2006 Ratingen Mehrkampf ‐Meeting with 8414 points, finishing 65 points ahead of Jamaica's Maurice Smith, who set a national record with 8349 points. Germany's Dennis Leyckes
Andrei Krauchanka came to the Hypomeeting as number ten but left the Mösle as the winner. With 8617 points, he secured 1st place for the first time ahead of the favorites Roman Šebrle and Bryan Clay.
I tell myself how important and pivotal this moment is, trying to get as much nervous energy as possible, if I feel nervous I know I’m ready compete! - Lewis Church, UK decathlete