Armand Duplantis, affectionately known as \"Mondo,\" continues to captivate audiences by breaking his own pole vault record and securing his second Olympic gold medal. The 24-year-old Swedish athlete, born in Louisiana and competing for his mother's native Sweden, soared to new heights at the Stade de France. With a crowd of 80,000 cheering, Duplantis cleared an impressive 6.25 meters, marking his ninth world record in the event.
As the bar, adorned with a pink tint, welcomed him back to the ground, Duplantis celebrated with his girlfriend, friends, and family clad in yellow and blue. The event was graced by Sweden's royal family, witnessing this historic achievement.
Duplantis humbly remarked, \"It's hard to understand, honestly. If I don't beat this moment in my career, then I'm pretty OK with that. I don't think you can get much better than what just happened.\" Fellow competitor Sam Kendricks lauded his exceptional talent, citing his dedicated coaching, superior equipment, and unwavering passion.
With this victory, Duplantis stands alongside legends like Sergei Bubka, solidifying his place as one of the greatest pole vaulters of all time.
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Armand Duplantis breaks own pole vault record, wins Olympic gold
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