December 27, 2024

EJ Obiena sets new Asian Indoor record with victory in Berlin

EJ Obiena sets new Asian Indoor record with victory in Berlin
EJ Obiena jumps a season-high 5.93m to win in Berlin, setting a new Asian Indoor record in the process.
EJ Obiena’s strong start to the 2024 season continues.

 

The world’s no. 2 pole vaulter made it two gold medals this week after winning in ISTAF Berlin early Saturday (PHL).

 

Obiena cleared 5.93 meters, marking a new Asian and Philippine records for indoor competitions. EJ broke the 26-year-old record of Igor Potapovich, set at 5.92 meters.

 

EJ likewise holds the outdoor record for Asia at 6.00 meters, which he did twice last year.

[Related: GintObiena: EJ Obiena nabs first gold of 2024 in Croatia indoor tilt]

Obiena’s victory in Berlin comes after his initial triumph in Croatia where he cleared 5.83 meters for the win.

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