Javier Sotomayor is a retired Cuban high jumper, widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes in the sport's history. Born on June 13, 1967, in Limonar, Cuba, he set the world record for high jump at 2.45 meters in 1992, a record that still stands today. Sotomayor won numerous medals, including gold at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics and the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. Throughout his career, Sotomayor was known for his exceptional technique and consistency. He was the first high jumper to clear 2.40 meters indoors and outdoors, and he remains the only athlete to have achieved this feat multiple times. His contributions to athletics have made him a celebrated figure in Cuban sports and around the world.