Progression of the Men's Pole Vault World Record (Past 20 Years)

The men's pole vault has seen remarkable advancements over the past two decades, with world records consistently being broken by elite athletes. The Swedish pole vaulter Mondo Duplantis has been at the forefront of this progression, redefining the limits of the sport with a series of record-setting performances. This list highlights the evolution of the world record, showcasing Duplantis's dominance and the historical achievements of previous record holders. Here's Progression of the Men's Pole Vault World Record (Past 20 Years):

- 6.25m - Mondo Duplantis (Sweden) - 8/5/2024

- 6.24m - Mondo Duplantis (Sweden) - 4/20/2024

- 6.23m - Mondo Duplantis (Sweden) - 9/17/2023

- 6.22m - Mondo Duplantis (Sweden) - 2/25/2023

- 6.21m - Mondo Duplantis (Sweden) - 7/24/2022

- 6.20m - Mondo Duplantis (Sweden) - 3/20/2022

- 6.19m - Mondo Duplantis (Sweden) - 3/7/2022

- 6.18m - Mondo Duplantis (Sweden) - 2/15/2020

- 6.17m - Mondo Duplantis (Sweden) - 2/8/2020

- 6.16m - Renaud Lavillenie (France) - 2/15/2014

- 6.14m - Sergey Bubka (Ukraine) - 7/31/1994

The progression of the men's pole vault world record over the past 20 years illustrates the incredible evolution of this athletic discipline. With Mondo Duplantis leading the way, setting multiple records in rapid succession, the sport has reached new heights, both literally and figuratively. His remarkable performances not only showcase his extraordinary talent and dedication but also inspire future generations of pole vaulters to push the boundaries of what is possible. As the competition continues to grow, it will be exciting to see how high the bar can be raised in the coming years.