Konstadinos Filippidis

Greek pole vaulter with Olympic experience

Konstadinos Filippidis - Greek pole vaulter with Olympic experience
Born

November 26th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Greece

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A Greek pole vaulter achieved significant recognition in the sport. Competed at multiple international events, including the Olympic Games. Won the gold medal at the 2015 European Indoor Championships held in Prague. Set personal bests that positioned him among the elite pole vaulters in Europe. Participated in various world championships representing Greece.

Gold medal at the 2015 European Indoor Championships

Competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics

Personal best vault of 5.80 meters

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