David Jacobs (gymnast)

David Jacobs is a retired American trampoline gymnast. Between 1966 and 1968 he won three world titles in the individual and synchronized trampoline events.[1] He is also known for his appearance on Impractical Jokers. In the episode "Irritable Vowel Syndrome," he said that he was a "superhuman athlete" while talking to Q after the turn ended.  The other Jokers went to the scene and pretended that they were some of his fans and took a picture with him.  All of this took place in the "On The Lookout" challenge at Fairway Market.

David Jacobs
David Jacobs and Judy Wills in 1968
Personal information
Country represented	United States
Born	2 March 1942
Discipline	Trampoline gymnastics
Medal record Men's trampoline gymnastics Representing the  United States World Championships 1966 Lafayette Synchro 1967 London Individual 1968 Amersfoort Individual 1966 Lafayette Tumbling

His son, also named David Jacobs, was a personal trainer.[2][3]

References

1. U.S. Trampoline and Tumbling Medalists at World Championships. usagym.org
2. Dave Jacobs' steroid distribution ring was one of the largest in U.S.. getbig.com (April 24, 2008)
3. Shaun Assael. The David Jacobs Story. sports.espn.go.com