Chorzow, Poland — Armand Duplantis has done it once more, pushing the limits of human achievement in the pole vault by clearing a staggering 6.26 meters at a Diamond League meet in Poland on Sunday. The 24-year-old phenom, who represents Sweden, continues to etch his name deeper into the history books with this latest world record, adding yet another centimeter to the mark he already owned.
Born in Louisiana but competing for his mother’s homeland, Duplantis, affectionately known as “Mondo,” has been a relentless force in the pole vaulting world. This latest achievement marks the third time he has reset the world record this year alone, following his remarkable 6.25-meter vault at the Paris Olympic Games, where he also secured the gold medal.
With an air of inevitability, Duplantis expressed his sense of calm about the record-breaking performance. “This year, my main focus was the Olympics,” he said, reflecting on his journey. “The record just came naturally because I was in such good shape. So I am not surprised with the record today, but I am thankful.”
This new milestone is the 10th time Duplantis has broken the world record in his career, each time inching the bar just one centimeter higher. His dominance in the sport is unquestionable, and with every new record, he solidifies his legacy as one of the greatest athletes in track and field history.
In a fiercely competitive field, Olympic silver medallist Sam Kendricks of the United States pushed Duplantis but ultimately had to settle for second place after clearing 6.00 meters and failing at 6.08. Greece’s Emmanouil Karalis, who took bronze in Paris, rounded out the top three, also clearing six meters.
Duplantis’s extraordinary performance has not only captivated the world of athletics but has also reignited discussions about the limits of human potential in sports. As he continues to raise the bar, both literally and figuratively, the world watches in awe, wondering just how high he can go.
