Armand Duplantis Sets 6.25m World Record in Pole Vault at Paris Olympics

Aug 5, 2024, 08:22 PM

Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis of Sweden has set a new world record in the men's pole vault at the Paris Olympics, clearing 6.25 meters. This achievement also secured him the gold medal, marking his 19th consecutive victory in the event. Duplantis initially aimed for the Olympic record, clearing 6.10 meters on his first attempt before surpassing his own world record by 1 cm. The event took place at the Stade de France, where the crowd enthusiastically supported him. This victory makes Duplantis a back-to-back Olympic champion in pole vaulting.