Armand Duplantis Breaks World Pole Vault Record for Ninth Time
The Latest Accomplishment in a Remarkable Season
Swedish pole vaulter Armand Duplantis has continued his remarkable run of success, breaking the world record for the ninth time in his career.
A Historic Jump
At the meeting in Etupes, France, on Sunday, Duplantis cleared a bar at 6.26 meters on his second attempt, surpassing his previous world record of 6.23 meters.
This latest achievement comes as part of a dominant outdoor season for Duplantis, who has set the world record three times already in 2024.
Gold and Glory in Paris
The record-breaking jump also secured Duplantis the gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, where he dominated the competition.
Duplantis' performance in Paris was a testament to his exceptional talent and consistency.
A Journey to the Heights
Duplantis' record-breaking streak began in February 2020 when he cleared 6.17 meters at the Glasgow Indoor Grand Prix.
Since then, he has consistently pushed the boundaries of human performance, breaking the world record eight more times.
Breaking Barriers
Below are a few of Duplantis' most significant jumps:- February 2020: 6.17 meters, Glasgow Indoor Grand Prix
- February 2020: 6.18 meters, World Athletics Indoor Championships
- February 2022: 6.19 meters, Belgrade Indoor Meeting
- March 2022: 6.20 meters, World Athletics Indoor Championships
- July 2022: 6.21 meters, Lausanne Diamond League
- March 2023: 6.23 meters, World Indoor Tour Gold Final
- June 2024: 6.24 meters, Stockholm Diamond League
- June 2024: 6.25 meters, Oslo Diamond League
- June 2024: 6.26 meters, Etupes Meeting
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