The men's discus throw was a competition at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, United Kingdom.

Gerd Kanter of Estonia became the 15th man to win multiple medals in the event, adding a bronze to his 2008 gold.

Virgilijus Alekna of Lithuania narrowly missed being the second man to win four medals in the event, finishing fourth.

The medals for the competition were presented by Irena Szewińska, Poland; IOC Member, and the medalists' bouquets were presented by Helmut Digel, Germany; IAAF Council Member.

[2] Cyprus, Jamaica, and Montenegro each made their debut in the men's discus throw.

The United States made its 26th appearance, most of any nation, having missed only the boycotted 1980 Games.

Each finalist was allowed three throws in last round, with the top eight athletes after that point being given three further attempts.

Harting celebrated his medal on his victory lap skillfully jumping over the row of women's hurdles already on the track and doing a Hulk Hogan shirt rip.