Mondo Duplantis Sets New Pole Vault Record

Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis made history at the Paris 2024 Olympics by breaking his own world record in pole vaulting, clearing a height of 6.25 meters after previously setting an Olympic record of 6.10 meters. The event took place at the Stade de France, where over 70,000 spectators, including the King and Queen of Sweden, cheered him on. This achievement marks Duplantis's ninth world record, as he has continually surpassed his own marks since first breaking the record in 2020. Duplantis's performance not only secured him the gold medal for the second consecutive Olympics but also showcased his ability to captivate the audience, turning the event into a thrilling spectacle. After his record-breaking jump, Duplantis celebrated with fellow competitors and his family, highlighting the camaraderie in the sport. His calculated approach to incrementally raising the bar has also been linked to substantial financial incentives for each new record set.