What's happened
At the recent Diamond League meet, Jakob Ingebrigtsen shattered the 3,000m world record, clocking 7:17.55, while Armand Duplantis set a new pole vault record at 6.26m. Meanwhile, British Paralympians faced tough competition, with Sophie Hahn and Thomas Young finishing outside medal positions in their events.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to The Guardian, Sophie Hahn expressed her disappointment after finishing sixth in the T38 100m, acknowledging the impressive performances of her competitors. Meanwhile, The Independent reported on Jakob Ingebrigtsen's shock at breaking the 3,000m world record, emphasizing the significance of his achievement in the context of recent Olympic performances. The South China Morning Post highlighted Duplantis' record-breaking pole vault, noting his dominance in the sport and the implications for future competitions.
How we got here
The 2024 athletics season has seen a resurgence of world records following the Olympics. Athletes are pushing the limits of performance, with recent events showcasing remarkable achievements in both able-bodied and parasport categories.
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The modern Olympic Games or Olympics are leading international sporting events featuring summer and winter sports competitions in which thousands of athletes from around the world participate in a variety of competitions.
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Jakob Ingebrigtsen is a Norwegian middle-distance runner. He won the gold medal at the 2020 Summer Olympics in the 1500 metres event, setting the new Olympic and European record.
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Armand Gustav "Mondo" Duplantis is an American-born Swedish pole vaulter and the current world indoor record holder with a height of 6.18 metres and a world best of 6.15 metres.