Armand Duplantis, also known as “Mondo,” broke the world record in the pole vault for the third time this year at a Diamond League meet in Chorzow, Poland. The 24-year-old cleared 6.26 meters, adding a centimeter to his previous world record. Duplantis, who competes for Sweden but was born in Louisiana, had previously set the world record at the Olympic Games in Paris where he cleared 6.25 meters to win the gold medal. This marks the 10th time in his career that Duplantis has broken the world record, each time by one centimeter. His consistent success and ability to continue to improve his own record demonstrate his dominance in the sport of pole vaulting. Duplantis’ achievements have solidified his place as one of the greatest pole vaulters in history and have garnered him widespread recognition and admiration in the athletics world. His dedication, skill, and determination have propelled him to the top of his sport, and he continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in pole vaulting.
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