Duplantis Sets New World Record in High-Voltage Diamond League Event

Duplantis Electrifies the Diamond League

During an exhilarating day at the Diamond League in Chorzów, Poland, Duplantis not only captivated fans but also once again rewrote the record books. The pole vaulting star soared to a new height of 6.26 meters, surpassing his previous world record. Earlier that day, Jakob Ingebrigtsen had made headlines by breaking the world record in the 3000 meters, but Duplantis was ready to steal the spotlight.

Reactions and Prize Money

According to renowned journalist Jonathan Gault, a bonus of $10,000 was offered for the best performance at the meet, determined by the international athletics federation's scoring system. Surprisingly, Ingebrigtsen's effort fell short of this reward, as Duplantis’s jump earned him a remarkable 1339 points, overshadowing Ingebrigtsen’s 1320 points.

Gault expressed his disbelief on X over the remarkable contributions both athletes made to the competition. Duplantis added one centimeter to his own world record, further solidifying his position at the top.

A Historic Performance

NRK commentator Jann Post described the feat as that of a magical performer born to soar. Fellow athletics star Jacob Boutera ensured viewers that the performance was indeed worthy of a grand finale. “It should not be any less than what our Jakob Ingebrigtsen did,” Boutera stated during the broadcast.

NRK's athletics expert, Christina Vukicevic Demidov, added to the praise by stating, “Absolutely incredible,” mirroring the overwhelming reactions flooding in from Sweden.

“There are no words for how amazing this guy is,” remarked SVT expert Alhaji Jeng. “They are here to witness history, and that’s exactly what he delivers,” he continued. This record-setting moment further showcases Duplantis's undeniable talent and commitment to exceeding boundaries in athletics.