Mondo Duplantis ‘full to the brim’ after breaking pole vault world record for 12th time

Mondo Duplantis achieved a remarkable milestone by breaking the pole vault world record for the 12th time in his career during a thrilling performance in Stockholm, Sweden. The 25-year-old athlete cleared an impressive height of 6.28 meters on his first attempt, surpassing his previous record by a single centimeter. This historic achievement was particularly special for Duplantis, as it marked the first time he set a world record in his adopted home country. Following his successful jump, he jubilantly celebrated with the crowd, expressing his joy and gratitude for the support of his family and friends who were present at the event. Duplantis reflected on his journey, recalling his early days in the stadium where he first attempted pole vaulting at the age of 11, emphasizing how far he has come since then.

At the recent Diamond League meet, Duplantis secured his victory with an initial clearance of six meters, and then confidently raised the bar to 6.28 meters, well above his previous meet record of 6.16 meters. Despite a slight brush with the bar during his ascent, he successfully cleared the height and shared a touching moment with his fiancée in the stands. The two-time Olympic gold medalist has remained unbeaten since July 2023, showcasing his dominance in the sport by winning the Stockholm meet with a substantial margin of 38 centimeters over his closest competitor, Australia's Kurtis Marschall. Looking ahead, Duplantis acknowledged the increasing difficulty of surpassing heights as they rise, mentioning that he is only a 'perfect day away' from potentially clearing 6.30 meters in the future, both technically and physically prepared for the challenge.