EJ Obiena successfully defended his Asian Games men's pole vault title on September 29, clearing 5.91 meters to win his second consecutive gold medal and set a new competition record.
The Filipino star was in a class of his own, underlining his status as Asia's premier vaulter with a commanding performance when it mattered most. The gold was among the standout athletics results for the Philippines at the Aichi-Nagoya Games.
Obiena's triumph capped a strong track and field showing across the continent, with the athletics program delivering record-breaking performances deep into the second week of competition. His 5.91m clearance now stands as the mark for future Asian Games vaulters to chase.
