Mondo Duplantis wins gold

Mondo Duplantis, the Swedish-American pole vaulter, achieved a historic milestone at the 2024 Paris Olympics by breaking his own pole vault world record, clearing 6.25 meters (20 feet, 6 inches) on his final attempt. This victory marked his second consecutive Olympic gold medal and the ninth time he has set a world record, confirming his dominance in the sport. After securing the gold with a clearance of 6.10 meters, Duplantis raised the bar to establish a new record, delighting the crowd, which included the Swedish royal family. American Sam Kendricks and Greece's Emmanouil Karalis took home the silver and bronze medals, respectively. Duplantis's calm demeanor and impressive performance have made him a fan favorite, contributing to his growing global fame. His record-breaking feat is a testament to his consistent excellence in the pole vaulting arena, having previously broken records by just one centimeter since 2020.