Ingebrigtsen Breaks 28-Year-Old 3,000-Meter World Record
At the Silesia Diamond League, Jakob Ingebrigtsen achieved an incredible feat by breaking the 28-year-old 3,000-meter world record. The Norwegian athlete finished the race in a remarkable time of 7:15.77, surpassing the previous record set by Kenyan Daniel Komen in 1996 by more than three seconds.
Ingebrigtsen, who is just 23 years old, has already secured a gold medal in the 5,000m at the Paris Olympics earlier this month. Although he fell short of defending his 1,500m title, his performance in Poland has reaffirmed his dominance in middle-distance events. In the final lap, he surged ahead of Ethiopia’s Berihu Aregawi to secure the victory.
“It feels special, amazing,” Ingebrigtsen said. “I was hoping to challenge the world record here, but based on my training, I can never predict exactly what kind of time I am capable of.”
The race wasn’t easy. Ingebrigtsen admitted that the pace felt fast at the beginning, but he soon found a good rhythm. Despite the challenging heat, he pushed through the lactic acid build-up after four to five laps and finished strong.
Mondo Duplantis Shatters Pole Vault World Record Once Again
Meanwhile, Mondo Duplantis continued to make history by breaking his own pole vault world record for the 10th time. Just weeks after winning his second Olympic gold medal, the Swedish star cleared 6.26 meters at the Silesia Diamond League, one centimeter higher than his previous record set in Paris.
Duplantis achieved this incredible feat on his second attempt, slightly brushing the bar with his legs as he cleared it. “This year I focused on the Olympics, the record just came naturally because I was in good shape,” Duplantis said. “So I am not surprised with the record today, but I am thankful.”
American Sam Kendricks, Duplantis’ closest competitor, finished second with a clearance of six meters.
World Records Await Ratification
Both Ingebrigtsen and Duplantis’ world records are currently awaiting ratification by World Athletics. This process will officially confirm their achievements as new world records.
These performances at the Silesia Diamond League highlight the extraordinary talent and determination of both athletes. With each competition, Ingebrigtsen and Duplantis continue to push the boundaries of their respective sports, leaving fans and competitors in awe.
Summary of Achievements
- Jakob Ingebrigtsen: Set a new 3,000-meter world record with a time of 7:15.77.
- Mondo Duplantis: Broke his own pole vault world record by clearing 6.26 meters.
Both athletes have proven their dominance in their fields, and their records are a testament to their dedication and skill. The world now waits for the official ratification to cement these moments in history.(188jili)