Mondo Duplantis Sets 13th Pole Vault World Record in Budapest
Record-breaking pole vaulter Duplantis clears over 20 feet [6.29 m]
On August 12, 2025, Mondo Duplantis made history yet again by setting his 13th pole vault world record at the Istvan Gyulai Memorial in Budapest, Hungary. The event was part of the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold series.
Duplantis, who had previously set the world record at a Diamond League meet in Stockholm on June 15, improved his mark by one centimeter at the Budapest event. His successful clearance came at a height of 6.29 meters on his second attempt.
The meeting, which was well-attended, saw several notable performances. German athlete Simon Batz won the long jump with a jump of 8.07 meters, while Bence Halasz, the Olympic silver medalist from Hungary, won the hammer throw with a strong throw of 83.18 meters. Ethan Katzberg, the Olympic and world champion, finished second in the hammer throw with a throw of 81.88 meters.
However, no information was provided about any failed attempts or number of attempts in the long jump or hammer throw events. Similarly, no world records were set at the meeting.
Duplantis was celebrated by the fans and his colleagues after mastering the world record height. His victory was a testament to his consistency and dominance in the pole vault.
A Look at Duplantis' History and Future
Mondo Duplantis is known for his remarkable achievements in pole vaulting. At just 25 years old, he has already set twelve world records and has won both the Olympic and World Championship titles.
Before the Budapest event, Duplantis had set his previous world record in March at an indoor meeting in Clermont-Ferrand, France, with a jump of 6.27 meters. His first world record was set in his home country of Sweden on June 15, 2020.
Duplantis' future in the sport looks bright. Given his trend of setting records and his dedication to the sport, it is likely that he will continue to push the limits of pole vaulting. His future goals could include further world records, Olympic and World Championship titles, and inspiring a new generation of pole vaulters.
As he continues to compete at the highest level, Duplantis will likely face challenges from other talented athletes. The interaction between these athletes will likely drive the sport forward, leading to even greater achievements in the future.
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In the world of sports, Mondo Duplantis' impressive achievement at the Istvan Gyulai Memorial in Budapest constituted his 13th pole vault world record. As his record-breaking jump of 6.29 meters proves, Duplantis continues to redefine the limits of his sport. In light of his consistent dominance and prolific record-setting, the future of pole vaulting, with Duplantis as a key player, promises exhilarating developments and groundbreaking records.
