Hello how may I help you? Who holds the record for the greatest distance in long jump? Bob Beamon with a 29 ft 6 inch jump When was this record achieved? In the 1968 summer Olympics which took place in Mexico city What is the female record for long jump? 2016 by Judy Woodson in Oakland California 24 feel 11 inches Great, thanks! You are welcome, may I help with anything else That's all. Have a great day