Bob Humphreys (athlete)

Bob Humphreys is a former American track and field athlete who specialized in the javelin throw.

Humphreys is best known for setting a world record in the javelin throw on July 15, 1969, with a distance of 93.86 meters (307 feet, 11 inches) at a meet in Bakersfield, California. This was the last world record set using the traditional javelin design before rule changes were implemented to shorten distances and improve safety.

Humphreys represented the United States in international competitions during his career. Further details on his collegiate or post-collegiate career are limited, but his world record throw marks him as a significant figure in the history of the javelin.