He ranks 5th among shot putters all time indoors, and his record throw is the 10th longest indoor effort of all time. His outdoor best ranks him in the top 40 putters of all–time worldwide, an amazing statistic after nearly 30 years.
In indoor competitions, he holds the 5th position all-time, with his personal best throw ranking as the 10th longest in history.  His outdoor performance puts him within the top 40 of all-time shot putters worldwide, a remarkable feat considering his career spans nearly three decades.