EJ Obiena Triumphs Over Foggy Challenge to Claim Gold in Taiwan Pole Vault
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EJ Obiena overcame challenging foggy conditions to win the gold medal at the Taiwan International Pole Vault Competition held at Sun Moon Lake in Nantou City, Chinese Taipei. Competing with zero visibility at an elevation of 2,454 feet, Obiena cleared 5.50 meters on his third attempt, beating a field of 25 competitors including fellow Filipino Hokket delos Santos. American Matt Ludwig took silver, while delos Santos achieved a personal best for 10th place. Obiena described the experience as a new kind of adversity, emphasizing the importance of perseverance in the face of difficult conditions.
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EJ Obiena won the gold medal in the Taiwan International Pole Vault Competition under foggy conditions.
The competition took place at Sun Moon Lake in Nantou City, Chinese Taipei, at an elevation of 2,454 feet.
Obiena cleared 5.50 meters on his third attempt, competing against 25 athletes.
American Matt Ludwig won silver, and Filipino Hokket delos Santos placed 10th with a personal best of 5.15 meters.
Obiena highlighted the unique challenge of competing with zero visibility, describing it as a 'leap of faith' and a lesson in perseverance.
