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- ↑ Some sources say 1967, but the IAAF says 1966 (IAAF top list)
- ↑ 1992 European Indoor Championships - men's high jump
- ↑ National Records, top 30 countries by event - high jump Archived 2007-06-30 at the Wayback Machine - Athletix
- ↑ European Top Performers 1980-2005: Men (Outdoor) - GBR Athletics
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