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Associated Press
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
The World's Most Prestigious Street Pole Vault Competition Comes to Asia!
MAKATI CITY, Philippines, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Half a century ago, the vibrant city of Manila captured global attention with 'Thrilla in Manila,' a historic boxing event. Now, the Philippines is once again opening its doors to a world-class sporting spectacle. On September 20 and 21, 2025, the iconic Ayala Triangle Gardens will host The Atletang Ayala World Pole Vault Challenge, a unique street vaulting competition designed to inspire and entertain. This event is a collaborative effort, brought to life through the vision of two-time World Championship Medalist EJ Obiena and Atletang Ayala, both committed to showcasing the potential of Filipino talent and the warmth of Filipino hospitality on a global stage. Ernest John 'EJ' Obiena, representing the Philippines, soars through the air during the Pole Vault Men's final at the World Athletics Championships 2023. This dynamic 'spread eagle' pose, showcasing his athletic prowess and the vibrant colors of the Philippine flag, captures the essence of his powerful and gravity-defying performance. This highly anticipated event will feature a thrilling street vaulting format, with top-ranked athletes from around the globe competing in the open air amidst the dynamic backdrop of Makati's business district. The Atletang Ayala World Pole Vault Challenge is officially sanctioned by the World Athletics Continental Tour-Bronze category, ensuring adherence to rigorous global standards. With cash prizes and opportunities for participants to experience the beauty of the Philippine islands, the event is drawing significant interest from elite vaulters. Organizers anticipate the participation of several of the world's top 10, promising an unparalleled display of athletic prowess in a unique setting. This event, to be held at the picturesque Ayala Triangle Gardens, offers a natural oasis surrounded by towering urban architecture, reminiscent of iconic urban green spaces worldwide. Beyond the competition, this event holds a deeper purpose for the Philippines. It's an opportunity to highlight the nation's growing role in hosting major international gatherings and to present the authentic spirit of its people. The Atletang Ayala World Pole Vault Challenge aims not only to inspire a new generation of athletes but also spotlight the Philippines as a welcoming and vibrant destination, with Makati City as a dynamic hub for significant global events. This partnership between Obiena and Atletang Ayala reflects a shared dedication to fostering national development through sports, underscoring the commitment to supporting Filipino talent and advocating for the nation's progress. Attendees are invited to be part of this memorable occasion and witness hometown hero Obiena compete on his home turf. 'I want the Philippines' legacy of excellence in Pole Vaulting to continue long after I am retired,' says Obiena. 'I have seen first-hand how sports can help build a nation, and I want to bring such an event to my homeland to provide inspiration and opportunity for our talented youth.' Are you ready to witness world-class athleticism unfold in a truly unique setting, as elite pole vaulters reach for new heights in the heart of Southeast Asia? A photo accompanying this announcement is available at Media Contact Katapult Digital Email: [email protected] CONTACT Rachelle Marie D. Jimena COMPANY Ayala Corporation PHONE (02) 8403-3433 EMAIL [email protected] WEB
Kuwait Times
28-06-2025
- Sport
- Kuwait Times
Duplantis dominates at Golden Spike in Czech Republic
OSTRAVA: Sweden's Armand Duplantis competes during the Men's Pole Vault event at the 64th Golden Spike athletics meeting in Ostrava, Czech Republic on June 24, 2025. – AFP OSTRAVA: Sweden's Armand Duplantis won pole vault at the Golden Spike meet in Czech Republic on Tuesday, as 17-year-old Australian Gout Gout improved his 200 meters personal best to 20.02 seconds. Duplantis cleared 6.13m in the eastern Czech city of Ostrava before failing to get over 6.29 meters for what would have been a new world record nine days after setting his latest one at 6.28m. The 25-year-old double Olympic champion was in a league of his own once again as second-placed Emmanouil Karalis of Greece did not even get close to clearing 6.02m. 'I feel pretty good about it. I can't complain too much. Overall I feel like I jumped really well,' Duplantis said. Gout Gout, who had run 200m in a wind-assisted 19.84 seconds in April, stormed to a convincing win in a new Australian record in his first race in Europe. 'I don't feel any pressure. Because as soon as I step out on that track, it's just me by myself and what I've got to do—my favorite thing, and that's to run,' Gout said. 'So, I just go out there and run and nothing stops me from doing that.' Reigning Olympic champion Grant Holloway lost to US compatriot Dylan Beard in the 110m hurdles for the second time in four days. Holloway only finished fifth at the Diamond League in Paris last Friday as Beard took the second spot. In Ostrava, Beard edged a slowing Holloway on the finish line with both clocking 13.13 seconds. 'This is not the way I execute the race,' Holloway said before admitting 'the time is all right'. South Africa's Prudence Sekgodiso won the women's 800m in 1:57.16, the second fastest time this season. In the 400m, Femke Bol, a triple medalist from the Paris Olympics last year, only took the third spot in her first start in the event this season, after focusing on 400m hurdles. Salwa Eid Naser of Bahrain won in 49.15 seconds with Bol clocking 49.98sec. Eighteen-year-old Kenyan Phanuel Kipkosgei Koech won the men's 1,500 meters in 3:29.05, trailing his time in Paris last week by just over a second. Thelma Davies of Liberia topped the women's 100m in an impressive national record of 10.91 seconds. Nigeria's Tobi Amusan won the women's 110m hurdles in 12.45 seconds. Serbia's Adriana Vilagos upset reigning Olympic and Diamond League champion Haruka Kitaguchi to win the women's javelin with 64.87m, topping the Japanese by 99 centimeters. — AFP
Newsweek
12-06-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
How to Watch NCAA Outdoor Championships, Women's Day 1: Live Stream College Track and Field, TV Channel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The NCAA Outdoor Championships begin on Thursday in Eugene, Oregon, at Hayward Field, and you can catch all the action with FuboTV. Corrssia Perry, JaMeesia Ford and Alexis Holmes compete in the first round of the women's 400 meter dash on Day One of the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Track & Field Trials at Hayward Field on... Corrssia Perry, JaMeesia Ford and Alexis Holmes compete in the first round of the women's 400 meter dash on Day One of the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Track & Field Trials at Hayward Field on June 21, 2024 in Eugene, Oregon. More) How to Watch NCAA Outdoor Championships: Women's Day 1 Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM EDT Channel: ESPN Stream: Fubo (TRY FOR FREE) On the schedule for the women are semifinals in the 4x100 Relay, 1500 Meters, 3000 Steeplechase, 110 Hurdles, 100 Meters, 200 Meters, 400 Meters, 800 Meters, 400 Hurdles, 200 Meters and 4x400 Relay, as well as finals in the 10,000 Meters, Hammer, Pole Vault, Javelin, Long Jump and Shot Put. The 200-meter is an exciting event this season and will be incredibly competitive in Heat 3. The NCAA leader, South Carolina's JaMeesia Ford, is in the event in lane six. The fastest freshman sprinter in the country, TCU's Indya Mayberry, is in lane five. No. 2 Southern California and No. 3 Texas A&M have a runner in this heat as well. Heat 2 of the women's 800 meters will also be quite eventful. The event has BYU's Meghan Hunter, North Florida's Smilla Kolbe, Arkansas' Sanu Jallow, and UNC's Makayla Paige, to name a few. Those are the third, fourth, seventh, and 13th-best all-time performers in the women's outdoor 800 meters. Only the top two from the heat will be guaranteed a spot in the final. Last year, the 400-meter record fell at the NCAA Championships, as Nickisha Pryce became the first to ever break 49 seconds. In that same race was Arkansas' Kaylyn Brown, finishing at 49.13 seconds, and she's back this year. Live stream the NCAA Outdoor Championships, Women's Day 1 on Fubo: Start your free trial now! Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
Dominion Post
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Dominion Post
Trinity Christian, University boys sit second; Morgantown, UHS girls hold top spots after Day 1 at 2025 state track and field meet
MORGANTOWN – It was a successful opening day for Monongalia County Schools in Charleston on Day 1 of the 2025 WVSSAC state track and field meet at Laidley Field on Friday. The Morgantown and University girls' teams pace the field, holding the top spots in the overall standings. However, the Mohigans hold a 15-point advantage, with 46 points to the Hawks' 31. MHS took the top two spots in the girls' 3200-meter run. Senior Maraid Johnson won the state title with a time of 10:57.34, and sophomore Allison Hawkins placed second at 10:58.91. The result earned MHS 18 points. Sophomore Harlyn Nelson won the girls' Pole Vault with a height of 11-00.00. MHS took second in the Shuttle Hurdles and third in the 4×800-meter relay to sit comfortably in first entering Day 2. UHS did not see a girls state champion on Friday but did finish well in most events, including second in the girls 4×800-meter relay and third and fourth spots in the 3200-meter run, as seniors Claire Von Boetticher and Caroline Ballard collected points for their team. In Class A, the Trinity Christian boys' team is second overall with 26 points, two ahead of Doddridge County and trailing first-place Magnolia, which tallied 45 points on Friday. TCS took points in five of the six events that held finals on Day 1, highlighted by senior Chase Livengood in the field events as he took home the state title in the Long Jump and second in the High Jump. His winning distance of 21-09.50 was over a foot longer than the runner-up at 20-05.75. The UHS boys' team didn't find a state championship winner on Friday but sits only one point behind Hurricane in the team standings. The Hawks tallied 28 points on Friday and are ahead of Spring Mills by 8.5 points. Senior Tyler Umbright took second in the 3200-meter run with a time of 9:19.19 and was followed by freshman Micah Gainer in third. That pair also helped UHS to a second-place finish in the 4×800 relay, while the Hawks finished third in the Shuttle Hurdles. MHS junior Joel Moreland took second in the Pole Vault at 14-00.00. Day 2 of the 2025 WVSSAC state track and field meet will begin Saturday at 9:00 a.m. from Laidley Field in Charleston.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Relay wins and PBs propel Hercules Wimbledon to league success
Hercules Wimbledon AC's senior squad bagged victory in the opening Southern Athletics League Division 2 South & West fixture, largely thanks to their sprinters. In Portsmouth, the squad accumulated 278 points, outpacing the home team, City of Portsmouth AC, which secured 244 points. The team now looks forward to their forthcoming home contest on June 22. Adam Ofeimun had a notable day, achieving personal bests in both the Men's A 100m and 400m races with times of 10.96 and 51.76 seconds, respectively. Ofeimun was well supported in both events. Jaleel Roper clinched victory in the B string 200m, finishing in 22.82 seconds, and secured a strong second place in the B 100m with a time of 11.08 seconds. Under-20 athlete, Javon Blake, was the runner-up in the B 400m, clocking 52.03 seconds. In the men's relay races, Hercules triumphed in both the 4x100m and 4x400m. The 4x100m race was won in 42.72 seconds, nearly three seconds ahead of the nearest competitors, while in the 4x400m, they finished five seconds ahead of Havant. Heather Letley made her mark by winning the Women's A Pole Vault at 1.10m and the B string 400m Hurdles in 1:32.10. In the latter event, Charlotte Gurney earned maximum points, winning by almost nine seconds from her closest rival with a time of 1:18.21. Letley also secured second place in the Women's A 100m Hurdles, Women's B 2000m Steeplechase, and third place in the A Triple Jump and B 3000m. Further victories were recorded in the women's B string long jump, with under-17 Izzy Chimah jumping 4.22m, and the Women's A 3000m, where Chelsea Spanoudakis ran 11:08.69. Spanoudakis also claimed second place in the Women's A 1500m, mirroring Charlotte Lam's result in the B String. For the men, victories came from Christer Hagberg in the Men's A Hammer, Ed Charlesworth in the Men's B 3000m Steeplechase, and Charlie Eastaugh in the Men's A 800m. Beyond Portsmouth, the concluding events of the Surrey County Athletics Championships occurred, with Isabella Harrison dominating the Under-17 Women's 3000m, winning by 38 seconds with a time of 9:47.30. Rose Evans came fourth in the same race. Freia Harper-Tee, who won the Under-15 Girls 1500m crown last weekend, came second over 3000m. James Fraser, in the Under-15 Boys 3000m, secured a bronze medal, running 9:36.50 to finish five seconds ahead of fourth place.
