| Age | 56 |
| Birthday | 12 February, 1969 |
| Birthplace | Sidcup, England |
| Height | 6' 5" (196 cm) |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Track and Field |
Stephen James Backley, OBE (born 12 February 1969) is a retired British track and field athlete who competed in the javelin throw. He formerly held the world record, and his 91.46 m throw from 1992 is the British record. During his career, he was a firm fixture in the British national athletics team. He won four gold medals at the European Championships, three Commonwealth Games gold medals, two silvers and a bronze at the Olympic Games, and two silvers at the World Championships. Currently, he is an occasional commentator for athletics competitions, especially the field events.
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