Philippine Pole Vaulter EJ Obiena Struggles in World Athletics Indoor Championships
As talented as EJ Obiena is, even the best athletes have their off days. Unfortunately for the Filipino pole vaulter, his challenges came during the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Glasgow, Scotland, where he finished ninth in an 11-man field led by Armand Duplantis from Sweden.
Obiena’s Performance
- Obiena cleared 5.65m and finished in the bottom half of the standings.
- He missed two attempts at 5.85m and failed to clear 5.90m in his final chance.
- Despite earlier successes in the indoor season, Obiena struggled to replicate his winning form.
Competition Highlights
The competition showcased top athletes bound for the Paris Games:
- Other notable pole vaulters included Duplantis, Karalis, Marschall, Collet, Vloon, Sasma, Lisek, and Nilsen.
- Some key moments included Duplantis defending his title with a 6.05m mark and Kendricks settling for silver.
Overall Performance
In a tough field, Obiena faced strong competition and fell short of medaling. The road to success in both indoor and outdoor championships remains a challenging journey for the Filipino athlete.