The pole vault is an event in which an athlete jumps over a high bar using a pole, which is classified as one of the jumping events in track and field athletics. The pole vault technique comprises of the following phases: approach, plant, take-off, penetration, rock back, stretch turn, bar clearance and landing. The right-handed vaulter grips the top end of the pole with his right hand.

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