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EJ Obiena goes for medal finish in Olympic pole vault finals; hurdler Lauren Hoffman looks to stay alive
Filipino pole vaulter EJ Obiena has qualified for the Paris Olympics men's pole vault finals, aiming for a podium finish.
He secured his spot by clearing 5.75 meters in the qualification round after a nervous start with two failed attempts at 5.60 meters.
The world No. 2, Obiena faces strong competition in the 12-man final, including reigning gold medalist and world record holder Armand "Mondo" Duplantis of Sweden.
Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association President Terry Capistrano confirmed Obiena is healthy and ready for the finals.
Obiena seeks to win the Philippines' first medal in Olympic athletics since 1936.
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