Alysha Newman Wins Bronze in Olympic Pole Vault, First Canadian Woman to Medal

Aug 7, 2024, 07:41 PM

Canadian pole vaulter Alysha Newman made history at the Paris 2024 Olympics by winning a bronze medal in the women's pole vault event. This achievement marks the first time a Canadian woman has won an Olympic medal in this discipline. Competing in her third Olympics, Newman set a new Canadian record by clearing a height of 4.85 meters at Stade de France. Her performance in the final was notable as she successfully cleared 4.60m, 4.70m, and 4.80m before achieving her record-breaking jump. Despite not clearing 4.90m, Newman's efforts secured her a place on the podium in the bronze position, marking a significant milestone in Canadian athletics history.