Moser retains European pole vault title, Derkach shocks in triple jump — image accompanying Athletics Weekly's report. Image accompanying Athletics Weekly’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Angelica Moser defended her European pole vault title with a perfect series, clearing heights from 4.45m to 4.80m. Wilma Heltelä took silver, and Marie-Julie Bonnin bronze. Molly Caudery's absence left a void.
In the triple jump, Dariya Derkach claimed gold with a 14.60m leap, upsetting favorites. Saliyya Guisse and Aleksandra Nacheva took silver and bronze. Erika Saraceni, Ilona Masson, and others missed the podium. Read more racing coverage.
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What should runners know about Moser retains European pole vault title, Derkach shocks in triple jump?
Moser dominated the pole vault, while Derkach surprised with a triple jump gold. Angelica Moser defended her European pole vault title with a perfect series, clearing heights from 4.45m to 4.80m. Wilma Heltelä took silver, and Marie-Julie Bonnin bronze. Molly Caudery's absence left a void.
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Runner World published this brief on August 13, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated August 13, 2026.
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