Armand Duplantis once again demonstrated why he is the world’s premier pole vaulter, soaring to a meeting record of 6.13 meters at the Ostrava Games on June 24, 2025.
The Swedish athlete cleared the bar with remarkable consistency and precision, thrilling the crowd with his flawless technique and composure under pressure.
Duplantis faced stiff competition from Emmanouil Karalis of Greece, who secured second place with a clearance of 5.92 meters, and Australia’s Kurtis Marschall, who took third with 5.82 meters.
The event showcased a high level of talent, with several athletes achieving season or personal bests.
Official results from the men’s pole vault final:
| Pos. | Name | Nationality | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Armand Duplantis | Sweden | 6.13m | Meeting Record (MR) |
| 2 | Emmanouil Karalis | Greece | 5.92m | |
| 3 | Kurtis Marschall | Australia | 5.82m | |
| 4 | Sondre Guttormsen | Norway | 5.72m | |
| 5 | Simen Guttormsen | Norway | 5.72m | Personal Best (PB) |
| 6 | Austin Miller | United States | 5.72m | |
| 7 | David Holý | Czech Republic | 5.72m | |
| 8= | Matěj Ščerba | Czech Republic | 5.62m | Season Best (SB) |
| 8= | Robert Sobera | Poland | 5.62m | Season Best (SB) |
| 10 | Ethan Cormont | France | 5.62m | Season Best (SB) |
| 11 | Bokai Huang | China | 5.62m |
Duplantis Breaks Records and Dominates 2025 Season
Armand Duplantis continues to dominate pole vaulting in 2025. He set a new world record of 6.28 meters at the Diamond League meeting in Stockholm, marking his 12th world record.
Duplantis won key events in Oslo and the Mondo Classic, consistently clearing heights above 6.05 meters. He remains undefeated this season, showcasing exceptional skill and determination.
With his sights set on surpassing 6.30 meters, Duplantis prepares to defend his title at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo later this year. His performance cements his status as the sport’s leading athlete.
Duplantis’s spectacular performance at the Ostrava Games cements his status as the pole vault world leader this season.
His ability to clear heights over six meters consistently continues to raise the bar for competitors worldwide. Fans eagerly await his next challenge as the athletics season progresses.
