1. Michelle "Shelly" Jenneke is an Australian hurdler and model.
16 Facts About Michelle Jenneke
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Michelle Jenneke studied mechatronics at Sydney University, a combination of mechanical and electric engineering.
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Michelle Jenneke competed at the Canberra-hosted 2008 Pacific School Games in the 90 and 200 metres hurdles.
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Michelle Jenneke competed in the 2011 Pirtek Athletic Allstars event.
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Michelle Jenneke's medal was the first Australia won at the Games in athletics.
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In 2011, Michelle Jenneke competed at the New Zealand hosted Cooks Classic.
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Michelle Jenneke was selected as a member of Australia's 2014 Commonwealth Games team.
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Michelle Jenneke is the second-fastest 100 metre hurdle woman in Australian history.
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Michelle Jenneke finished second at nationals to qualify for the 2015 World Championships in Beijing.
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Michelle Jenneke finished sixth in her semi and in 18th place overall.
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In March 2016, Michelle Jenneke represented Australia at the World Indoor Championships in Portland, Oregon and finished 10th.
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Michelle Jenneke would have needed a near personal best to qualify as the third qualifying time in her heat was 12.85.
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Michelle Jenneke would have needed a near personal best to reach the final as the second qualifying time in her semi was 12.85.
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At the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, Michelle Jenneke fell over a hurdle during her 100m heat.
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Jenneke acted in a short comedic video produced by the website The Chive titled Forever Alone Meets Michelle Jenneke, playing herself in a piece referencing her viral video.
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Michelle Jenneke was featured in the 2013 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.