Pole Vault World Record
Mondo Duplantis Soars to New Heights, Setting Pole Vault World Record
Origin of Pole Vaulting
The history of pole vaulting dates back to the early 19th century, with the first world record recognized by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) in 1912.
Mondo Duplantis' Achievements
Armand Gustav "Mondo" Duplantis, born in 1999, is a Swedish-American pole vaulter who has made a name for himself with his exceptional skills. He holds the current world outdoor and indoor records with a jump of 6.24 meters.
Recent World Record at Belgrade Indoor Championships
In 2022, Duplantis further cemented his status as a pole vaulting legend by breaking the world indoor record at the World Indoor Championships in Belgrade with a jump of 6.20 meters.
Additional Resources
For more information on pole vaulting and its history, visit the website of the World Athletics organization.
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