"2023 Diamond League Finale Highlights"

Ethiopian athlete Gudaf Tsegay and Swedish pole vaulter Armand Duplantis set the athletics world ablaze with their phenomenal record-breaking performances at the Eugene Diamond League finale.

Gudaf Tsegay made history by obliterating the women’s 5,000-meter world record, clocking an astonishing time of 14 minutes and 0.21 seconds. From the start, Tsegay set a blistering pace, facing stiff competition from Kenya’s Beatrice Chebet, who claimed second place. With 800 meters to go, Tsegay surged ahead, leaving her rivals behind. The crowd at Hayward Field erupted in cheers as she sprinted towards the finish line, marking a new world record. Tsegay’s understated celebration showcased her humility and unwavering dedication to her sport.

Armand Duplantis, also known as “Mondo,” achieved a remarkable feat in the pole vault, clearing a height of 6.23 meters (20 feet and 5 1/4 inches), surpassing his own previous indoor record of 6.22 meters. His reaction, filled with disbelief and joy, resonated with fans. After his historic jump, Duplantis engaged with the ecstatic crowd at Hayward Field, solidifying his status as a pole vaulting legend.

Re-reported from the article originally published in The shethepeople