Sweden’s Armand Duplantis celebrates after winning the men’s pole vault final and setting a new world record at the World Athletics Championships at the Japan National Stadium in Tokyo, Japan, on September 15, 2025. Wearing his gold medal around his neck, Duplantis raises three fingers to mark the third world title of his career after clearing a historic 6.30 metres. Surrounded by photographers and television cameras, the Swedish superstar received a hero’s reception from fans and media following one of the most memorable performances in athletics history. Photo by Jose Tabares.