Justin Gatlin

Justin Gatlin is a very famous American sprinter. He mainly specializes in the 100 and 200 meters event. He is primarily known for his Olympic records. He won the Olympic medal five times. He also won the World Championship medal 12 times. He has the title for holding Olympic records in 100 meters and 60 meters race.

Well, how well do you know about Justin Gatlin? If not much, we have compiled all you need to know about Justin Gatlin’s net worth in 2021, his age, height, weight, wife, kids, biography and complete details about his life. Well, if you’re all set, here is what we know about Justin Gatlin to date.

Biography and Early Life

Gatlin has been inclined to sports ever since his childhood days. He truly enjoyed running. However, it never really occurred to him how a passion became his career.

Even in this path of glory, he had to face few dark days. In 2006, he was banned from competing. The USADA banned him. He was banned for not being able to pass the drug test. He was tested as a positive in the testosterone test. He was banned for four years. He was supposed to be banned for eight years; however, his banishment term was reduced.

Earlier to this also he had been banned in 2001. At that time, he was banned for two years. He was tested positive for amphetamines.

Age, Height, Weight & Body Measurement

So, how old is Justin Gatlin in 2021 and what is his height and weight? Well, Justin Gatlin’s age is 39 years old as of today’s date 31st July 2021 having been born on 10 February 1982. Though, he is 6′ 1″ in feet and inches and 185 cm in Centimetres tall, he weighs about 176 lbs in Pound and 80 kg in Kilograms.

Education

Gatlin attended his High School in Woodham High School. It is situated in Pensacola, Florida. However, this High School now no longer exists. It was closed in 2007. It operated for nearly 42 years before finally closing down. In High School, he competed as a hurdler.

He got scouted by the University of Tennessee. The University coaches noticed him. The name of the coaches is Vince Anderson and Bill Webb. They awarded him a scholarship for studying at their University. They were the ones to train him to be a sprinter rather than a hurdler. He was just in his freshman year when he won NCAA outdoor titles. He won them both for 100 and 200 meters.

Personal Life: Dating, Girlfriends, Wife, Kids

Gatlin is the son of Willie Gatlin and Jeanette Gatlin. He is a private person, so not much information is there about his family. It is said that he is the only child of his parents.

Justin got married to Denise Gatlin. He loves her very much. Their marriage had been kept a private affair. Not much has been found about their married life except what we see in social media. They also have an adorable and sweet son together. His name is Jace Alexander Gatlin.

Is Justin Gatlin Gay?

Justin Gatlin married Denise Gatlin. Although their marriage has been kept a private affair, they are said to be very much in love. No news of him dating a man or being seen with a man has not been found. He has not made any statements otherwise about this matter. He has an adorable son named Jace Gatlin. So we can say he is not gay and is straight.

Professional Career

Justin started his career as a sprinter in his freshman year. He won NCAA outdoor titles. He won them both for 100 and 200 meters. His first indoor event as a professional was in 2003. He was able to win the National 60 meters title, which was held in Boston. He also won World Indoor Championship in Birmingham. However, he suffered an injury soon after and could not attend the 2003 National Championship in Palo Alto.

He made successive achievements in the years 2004, 2005 and 2006. Some of his significant successes are as follows: He won the Olympic 100 meter title, became the World Champion in Helsinki, broke a record in Qatar Athletic Super Grand Prix, and so on. In late 2006, he was banned from sports for four years for failing the drug test. He returned to his game in 2010. Soon after returning, he was back again in his form. He was able to win the 100 meters in Rakvere.

He was allowed to represent the United States in 2011 in IAAF World Championship. However, he was eliminated in the semi-finals.

Awards

Gatlin has a record of holding the title of winning 5 Olympic medals and the 12C World Championship. He won the gold medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics in the 100m category. Gatlin won two gold medals at the World Indoor Championships in the 60m category. He is also a relay race champion, where he won two golds and one silver.

Net Worth, Salary & Earnings of Justin Gatlin in 2021

Justin Gatlin’s net worth as of 2021 is said to be $4 million. Not much can be said about his annual salary. He has earned this amount by being a successful sprinter and after participating in several world class tournaments over the years.

Some Interesting Facts You Need To Know

• The University of Tennessee scouted Gatlin.
• He represents team Nike.

Gatlin is an ever-rising star who does not mean to stop anytime soon. He is one of the hottest names in the world of sprinting where he is compared with legends such as Usain Bolt and Tyson Gay. He will keep the world-shaking with his new achievements, whether he is a coach or a sprinter.