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Track and field recap, Aug. 5: Another world record for Mondo Duplantis

Gold medalist Mondo Duplantis of Sweden celebrates after setting a new world record during the men's pole vault final.

By NBC Olympics

Published August 5, 2024 3:49 AM

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Mondo Duplantis’ new pole vault world record, plus finals in the women’s discus, women’s 800m and women’s 5000m highlighted a thrilling day of track and field action at Stade de France.

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