After a break following the Commonwealth Games, the Diamond League track and field series restarted today in Lausanne, Switzerland, with a unique men’s pole vault “city event.” Armand Duplantis from Sweden, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and three-time world champion, set a meet record by clearing 6.21 meters. He attempted 6.32 meters, aiming to break his own world record by one centimeter.
Today’s event marks the beginning of the final part of the global track and field season, leading up to the Diamond League Final and the newly introduced World Athletics Ultimate Championship.
The upcoming events include a star-studded 100m race, with only three regular meets remaining before the Diamond League champions are determined at the Final in Brussels on September 4 and 5. Tomorrow’s main event in Lausanne will feature a men’s 800m race, showcasing the top three medalists from the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The action will continue in Poland’s Silesian Stadium on Saturday, hosting prominent athletes in various competitions, including the women’s shot put. The weekend culminates with a thrilling display on Sunday, featuring renowned athletes like Ethan Katzberg, Camryn Rogers, Andre De Grasse, and Jakob Ingebrigtsen.
The Diamond League Final spots are up for grabs as the season-long points chase concludes. Qualifiers will compete for the Diamond Trophy and a significant cash prize at the Final in Brussels. Meanwhile, the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest will offer a substantial prize pool and a highly competitive field of athletes.
As the track and field season progresses, fans can look forward to exciting competitions and exceptional performances from top athletes around the world.