Swedish middle-distance runner Gunder Hägg set multiple world records in the 1940s and dominated the sport. Though Olympic opportunities were limited by World War II, his legacy as a record-breaking champion endures.
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Mondo Duplantis, the 14-time pole vault world-record holder, offers an exclusive analysis of his greatest jumps. The Athletic and The New York Times bring insights into his technique and record-breaking performances.
At the Paris Diamond League, Yaroslava Mahuchikh shattered the women’s high jump record, while Faith Kipyegon set a new world best in the 1500m, marking a historic night of athletics at the Stade de France.