javelin

“She’s able to throw the ball far and makes good decisions,” said Baker, who is also on the track and field team, specializing in triple jump, hurdles and javelin.

The world champion began the day with a 48-point lead but knew it would be tough with Thiam's best event - the javelin - yet to come in Paris.

The athletes compete in long jump and javelin on Friday morning, before the 800m to conclude.

Olympic discus team and uncle Brian threw javelin at two Games.

She set the school record for her javelin throw, he said.