The Most Famous Pole Vaulter, Ranked

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Updated on Apr 29, 2024 07:12

Determining who stands out as the most famous pole vaulter involves a blend of historical performance, memorable moments, and personal charisma. It's not just about who has cleared the highest bar but also about who has left an indelible mark on fans and the sport itself. Such rankings help fans new and old connect with the sport's history and its defining figures. They serve as a guide to understanding the impact of various athletes beyond mere statistics. By participating in ranking, you contribute to a collective recognition of excellence and influence in pole vaulting. This dynamic ranking adjusts as new votes are cast, reflecting the ongoing discussions and opinions within the community. Every vote is a chance to reshare venerable stories and perhaps shine a light on underrated talents, making every participant an integral part of the sport's ongoing narrative.

Who Is the Most Famous Pole Vaulter?

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Blackcat (originally from Sportsforpeace) · GFDL

Sergey Bubka

Sergey Bubka - considered one of the greatest pole vaulters of all time, he set 35 world records during his career.
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Erik van Leeuwen, attribution: Erik van Leeuwen (bron: Wikipedia). · GFDL

Renaud Lavillenie

French athlete who won Olympic gold in 2012 and has set multiple world records.
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Russian Presidential Press and Information Office · CC BY 4.0

Yelena Isinbayeva

Russian athlete who held the women's world record for pole vault for over a decade and won two Olympic gold medals.
Yelena Isinbayeva in other rankings
- Position 3 of 10 in Most popular Russian athlete
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Sarah Ewart · CC BY-SA 3.0

Steve Hooker

Australian athlete who won Olympic gold in 2008 and set multiple national records.
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Rodolfo Vilela · CC BY 3.0 br

Thiago Braz

Brazilian athlete who won Olympic gold in 2016 with a record-breaking jump.
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Unknown photographer · Public domain

Bob Richards

American athlete who won two Olympic gold medals in pole vault and later became a prominent sports commentator.
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Lindeboom, Henk / Anefo · CC BY-SA 3.0 nl

Don Bragg

American athlete who won Olympic gold in 1960 and set multiple national records.
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Sergey Makarov

Russian athlete who won Olympic gold in 2000 and set multiple national records.
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Zorro2212 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Konstantinos Filippidis

Greek athlete who set a national record and won gold at the 2014 European Championships.
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Frankie Fouganthin · CC BY-SA 4.0

Mondo Duplantis

American-born Swedish athlete who set the world record in 2020 and won multiple gold medals at the European Championships.

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Ranking factors for famous pole vaulter

Achievements

The number of records set, championships won, and international medals earned by the pole vaulter. 2. Olympic Success: The performance of the pole vaulter in Olympic Games, such as winning gold medals or setting Olympic records. 3. World Records: The number of world records set by the pole vaulter and the significance of those records. 4. Longevity: The span of the pole vaulter's career and their consistency in performing at a high level. 5. Popularity and Media Exposure: The level of recognition and public attention received by the pole vaulter, including appearances in commercials, sponsorships, and media coverage. 6. Cultural Impact: The impact of the pole vaulter on the sport and their influence on future athletes. 7. Overall Impact: The combination of all the above factors to determine the overall impact and fame of the pole vaulter.

About this ranking

This is a community-based ranking of the most famous pole vaulter. We do our best to provide fair voting, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. So if you notice something or Vaulter is missing, feel free to help improve the ranking!

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A participant may cast an up or down vote for each Vaulter once every 24 hours. The rank of each Vaulter is then calculated from the weighted sum of all up and down votes.

More information on most famous pole vaulter

Pole vaulting has been a popular sport for over a century, with athletes pushing themselves to new heights and breaking records with each passing year. The sport involves using a long, flexible pole to propel oneself over a high bar, with the winner being the athlete who can jump the highest. Over the years, there have been many famous pole vaulters who have made a name for themselves in the sport, from legends like Sergey Bubka to up-and-coming stars like Armand Duplantis. With so many talented athletes to choose from, it's hard to pick just one as the most famous pole vaulter of all time. However, by looking at their achievements, records, and impact on the sport, we can begin to narrow down the contenders and get a sense of who truly deserves the title of the greatest pole vaulter in history.