Beginning our 14th year and 1,200+ postings. A blog for athletes and fans of 20th century Track and Field culled from articles in sports journals of the day, original articles, book reviews, and commentaries from readers who lived and ran and coached in that era. We're equivalent to an Amer. Legion post of Track and Field but without cheap beer. You may contact us directly at irathermediate@gmail.com or write a comment below. George Brose, Courtenay, BC ed.
Once Upon a Time in the Vest
Sunday, February 16, 2014
Vol. 4 No. 8 Renaud Lavillenie New WR in Pole Vault (6.16 meters) (20' 2.45 ")
February 15, 2014. You can see this incredible jump by Renaud Lavillenie (6.16 meters) on the following link.
It will also lead you to other links on this magnificent event. Bubka was present to witness the
breaking of his indoor World Record and on the surface seems quite happy. The commentary is by Lavillenie's father. In French svp. The 20 ft. 2.45 in. is our calculation of the conversion to feet and inches.
I'm breaking out my last bottle of Chateau Lafitte Rothschild 1955 to celebrate. Vive la France!
http://www.eurosport.fr/athletisme/lavillenie-recordman-du-monde-un-saut-a-616-metres-pour-l-eternite_sto4137613/story.shtml
Here is a link to Bubka's previous record.
http://tempsreel.nouvelobs.com/sport/20140215.OBS6509/renaud-lavillenie-bat-le-record-du-monde-de-saut-a-la-perche.html
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