Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis celebrates after being crowned Ultimate champion. Image accompanying BBC Sport Athletics’ report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Armand Duplantis, the pole vault star, claimed the inaugural title at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship. Despite not setting a new world record, he secured $150,000 from the $10m prize pot. The event featured innovative elements like a black infield and augmented reality displays.
Duplantis performed his official song live at the stadium, written and recorded by him. The competition saw global stars like Jakob Ingebrigtsen and Yaroslava Mahuchikh win events. Great Britain's athletes, including Keely Hodgkinson, aim for victory in upcoming events. Read more racing coverage.
The three-day format and striking arena design marked a new direction for athletics. The mixed 4x100m relay saw the US team win, while Jazmin Sawyers finished second in the women's long jump. Hodgkinson secured a place in the women's 800m final, setting a fast time. Related: New Championship Offers Athletes $10m Prize Fund and Innovative Features.
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Armand Duplantis shines in the new championship, despite not setting a new world record. Armand Duplantis, the pole vault star, claimed the inaugural title at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship. Despite not setting a new world record, he secured $150,000 from the $10m prize pot. The event featured innovative elements like a black infield and augmented reality displays.
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Runner World published this brief on September 12, 2026. The underlying BBC Sport Athletics report was dated September 11, 2026.
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