Mondo Duplantis returns to China for the 2025 Wanda Diamond League, aiming for more records, titles and unforgettable performances.
The 2024 men’s field athlete of the year Mondo Duplantis is set to continue his dominance in pole vault as he gears up for another thrilling season in the Wanda Diamond League.
The Swedish-American superstar will make his second stop in China at the Yangtze Delta Athletics Diamond Gala in Keqiao on May 3, following his season opener in Xiamen on April 26.
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Duplantis, the reigning Olympic champion and world record holder, is aiming for his fifth consecutive Diamond League title, solidifying his position as one of the greatest pole vaulters in history. His return to China marks another exciting chapter in his journey to further cement his legacy in the sport.
“I can’t wait to come back and compete at Shanghai/Keqiao Diamond League. Last year was such a great experience jumping in front of the Chinese crowds. Let’s make it another incredible memory together!” Duplantis said in an interview with Wanda Diamond League portal.
Last season, Duplantis made an electrifying debut in China, breaking the world record for the eighth time in his career with an astonishing 6.24m vault in Xiamen.
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He then followed up with a meeting record of 6.00m at Shanghai/Suzhou, reinforcing his dominance on the global stage. His performances thrilled fans worldwide and set the tone for yet another record-breaking year.
With his sights set on defending his Wanda Diamond League and World Championship titles in 2025, Duplantis is once again the man to beat.
A win in Keqiao will bring him closer to surpassing Renaud Lavillenie’s record of seven Diamond League titles, a feat that would further elevate his status among pole vaulting legends. Additionally, he could become only the second male pole vaulter in history to claim three World Championship gold medals.
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The 24-year-old has made the Wanda Diamond League the backbone of his season, using the elite one-day competition series as a platform to consistently push the limits of the sport.
The Wanda Diamond League, regarded as the premier one-day meeting series in athletics, features 15 of the most prestigious events in global track and field.
Athletes accumulate points across 14 meetings to secure a place in the two-day Wanda Diamond League Final, scheduled to take place in Zurich on August 27 and 28, 2025.
