How Fast Is Discus Throw?

An Olympic discus is launched at 27 m/s — 97 km/h. World-class throws span 70+ metres. The discus has been an Olympic event since the very first ancient Olympics in 776 BC, depicted in the famous Discobolus statue.

The discus has been an Olympic event for over 2,800 years — since the first ancient games in 776 BC.

• Just below highway driving speed
• Olympic event since 776 BC