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This study aimed to analyze sex differences in anthropometrics among high-level long jumpers and investigate the relationship between anthropometrics and long jump distance. Methods: During the national championships, body height, mass, segment lengths, and circumferences of 39 male and 22 female competitors were obtained via a stadiometer, weight scale, and non-stretchable tape. Officials measured jump distances during the competition. ANOVA, correlation, and stepwise-forward regression analysis were conducted at a significance level of p &lt; 0.05. The half-split method was used to cross-validate the final regression model. Results: Height, mass, and more than 50% of the measured segment lengths and circumferences differed between sexes (\u03b72 = 0.053\u20130.422, p &lt; 0.05). Jump distance correlated with sex, mass, height, arm span, shank and leg length, and upper arm and chest circumference (r = 0.264\u20130.686, p &lt; 0.05). The final regression model identified sex and chest circumference as predictors of jump distance (adjusted R2 = 0.519, p &lt; 0.001). Conclusions: This study enhances the understanding of key anthropometric features influencing long jump performance at an elite level. 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