EJ Obiena starts Paris Olympics campaign despite injuries

EJ Obiena will begin his campaign at the Paris Olympics on August 3 despite battling physical issues that have hampered his training and preparations.

Obiena remains optimistic about his performance, posting on social media: 'Made it in one piece! So better make it count!' He is supported by a physiotherapist and physician to ensure he competes in top form.

With a year-best clearance of 5.95 meters at the Irena Szewinska Memorial in Poland and a fourth-place finish with 5.75 meters at the Meeting de Paris, Obiena aims for the qualification standard of 5.80 meters to reach the final round.

Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association president Terry Capistrano assured that Obiena is ready and managing his issues properly, though specific details about his condition remain undisclosed.

Ranked second in the world behind defending Olympic champion Armand Duplantis, Obiena seeks a podium finish after finishing runner-up to Duplantis at last year's World Athletics Championships.