Slovenia
Athletic Accomplishments:
- Javelin, 700 g World Youth Champion 2013
- Javelin World Junior Championships Silver Medallist 2014
- Javelin European Junior Champion 2015
- European Junior Athlete of the Year 2015
- Ranked No. 1 Junior Javelin Thrower in the World 2015
Muhar is currently the top-ranked junior javelin thrower, hailing from Jesenice, Slovenia. He holds a personal best throw of 79.20 meters (259-10), a performance secured that his victory at the European Junior Championships held in Eskilstuna, Sweden.
Associate Head Track and Field Coach Greg Jack on Muhar: “Matija is winner.