Armand Duplantis, a 24-year-old athlete from Sweden, set a new world record in the men’s pole vault at the season’s first Diamond League meeting in Xiamen, China. He cleared the bar at 6.24 meters, eight centimeters higher than any other athlete had ever achieved. This was his eighth world record in pole vaulting, showcasing his dominance in the sport.
After his impressive performance, Duplantis celebrated by jumping off the mat and then running over to share the moment with his team and the crowd. He effortlessly cleared every vault on his first attempt, highlighting his exceptional skill and ability to push the limits of pole vaulting. Looking ahead, Duplantis expressed his desire to further improve his performance and achieve marks around 6.30 meters.
Meanwhile, Christian Coleman from the USA won the men’s 100 meters, followed by Fred Kerley and Ackeem Blake. In the women’s 200 meters, Torrie Lewis claimed her first Diamond League victory, with Sha’Carri Richardson finishing second after Lewis’s late surge. The Paris Olympic Games are on the horizon and Duplantis has indicated that he still has more to give and has his sights set on reaching even higher marks.
