Swedish pole vault sensation Armand “Mondo” Duplantis added another feather to his already decorated cap by winning the prestigious 2025 Laureus Sportsman of the Year Award. The 24-year-old track and field star, known for redefining the limits of human athleticism, revealed bold plans for breaking his own world record — and he shared them with none other than tennis legend Novak Djokovic at the ceremony.
Duplantis, who has repeatedly raised the bar — literally — in the pole vault world, accepted the award at a glittering ceremony in Paris, where sporting icons from around the globe gathered to celebrate excellence and inspiration in sport. This marks his second Laureus award, underlining his dominance and consistency on the international stage.
In a backstage moment that quickly went viral, Duplantis was seen chatting with Djokovic, a multiple-time Laureus winner himself. When asked about what’s next, Mondo smiled and said, “I think I’ve still got a few more centimeters in me. The goal is to keep pushing — maybe 6.30m isn’t that far off.”
Currently holding the world record at 6.23 meters, Duplantis has left fans and fellow athletes in awe with his technique, calm under pressure, and relentless pursuit of perfection. Djokovic, ever the sportsman, responded with admiration, saying, “You’re rewriting history every time you jump. Keep flying high.”
The Laureus World Sports Academy praised Duplantis for “redefining what’s possible in athletics” and being a global ambassador for track and field. His 2024 season included multiple Diamond League victories, another world title, and yet another world record set in front of a roaring home crowd in Stockholm.
As Mondo continues to aim higher — literally and figuratively — the sporting world watches with anticipation. His passion, humility, and hunger for greatness make it clear: the sky is not the limit for Duplantis. It’s just the beginning.
