Duplantis Dominates Finnkampen with 5.80m Performance Amid Challenging Weather
Armand Duplantis wins the Finnkampen pole vault with a jump of 5.80m, failing to break the record amidst cold and wet conditions.
Key Points
- • Duplantis cleared 5.80 meters to win the Finnkampen.
- • He attempted but failed to clear 6.03 meters, missing all three attempts.
- • The competition was affected by adverse weather conditions, including cold and rain.
- • The event marked the 100th anniversary of Finnkampen, held at a sold-out Stockholm Stadium.
Armand "Mondo" Duplantis showcased his prowess at the 2025 Finnkampen, securing victory in the pole vault event with a leap of 5.80 meters. The competition took place at Stockholm Stadium on August 23, 2025, amid chilly and rainy conditions that posed challenges for the athletes. Despite his win, Duplantis fell short of clearing the target height of 6.03 meters, which would have set a new Finnkampen record. This performance marks a notable second instance in 2023 where Duplantis has not surpassed the six-meter mark, having previously only managed 5.92 meters in April in China.
The event was significant as it celebrated its 100th anniversary, drawing a sold-out crowd eager to see the star athlete compete. Duplantis began his event successfully, clearing an initial height of 5.52 meters with ease, even while dressed in overpants due to the cold. He established a commanding lead after clearing 5.80 meters, being the only athlete to remain in contention at that height. However, subsequent attempts at 6.03 meters were unsuccessful; Duplantis missed all three tries. He later remarked on the conditions affecting his performance, stating, "Even if I would like to jump really high, I don't know if it will be the best conditions for that, unfortunately. I still believe I can jump high enough to make it fun to watch."
With this performance, Duplantis continues to reinforce his status as one of the top pole vault competitors globally, although his attempt to break the Finnkampen record proved elusive. As the competition progressed, Sweden maintained a strong lead with a score of 137 to 111 against Finland as the event concluded. This win adds to Duplantis’s impressive track record amidst the challenges presented by the weather conditions at Stockholm Stadium.