EJ Obiena

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EJ Obiena Overcomes Pole Vault Challenges in International Meets

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EJ Obiena impressively secures silver and bronze using borrowed poles in Oslo & Stockholm meets! Will he continue this streak in upcoming competitions? Find out more here!

EJ Obiena, the talented Filipino pole vaulter, has been making headlines with his remarkable performances in recent international meets. Despite facing challenges with broken poles, Obiena managed to secure silver and bronze medals in the Oslo Bislett Games and the Diamond League in Norway. His determination and skill were evident as he cleared impressive heights, showcasing his potential just months before the Paris Olympics 2024.

In a display of resilience, EJ Obiena successfully soared over the bar at 5.72 meters using borrowed poles in Oslo, tying with Emmanouil Karalis of Greece. He continued this momentum by clinching a silver medal in the prestigious event, proving his mettle on the global stage. As he heads to the Bauhaus Galan Wanda Diamond League in Stockholm, Sweden, Obiena remains focused on finding the right equipment and aiming for another stellar performance.

Despite the challenges of using borrowed poles, EJ Obiena's dedication and talent shone through, earning him recognition and respect from the pole vaulting community. His unwavering commitment to excellence and his ability to adapt to unforeseen circumstances are traits that set him apart as a remarkable athlete. As fans eagerly anticipate his next competitions, Obiena's success story continues to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.

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EJ Obiena finishes second in Oslo meet using borrowed poles (Sports Interactive Network Philippines)

Obiena cleared the bar at 5.72 meters in a tie with Emmanouil Karalis of Greece. KC Lightfoot of the United States ruled the event with 5.82 meters. Latest ...

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EJ Obiena bounces back pole vault silver in Norway tilt (INQUIRER.net)

Just a few months before the Paris Olympics 2024, EJ Obiena proved his mettle in the Oslo Bislett Games on Friday.

Obiena seeks follow-up in Stockholm meet (Manila Bulletin)

EJ Obiena hopes he found poles in time for the Bauhaus Galan Wanda Diamond League in Stockholm, Sweden on Sunday, June 2, where he will be up against ...

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Obiena bags silver in Norway (The Manila Times)

(UPDATE) FILIPINO Olympian pole vaulter Ernest John 'EJ' Obiena has clinched the silver medal in the 2024 Bislett Games in Oslo, Norway.

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EJ wins silver on borrowed pole (Philstar.com)

MANILA, Philippines — EJ Obiena broke his pole – again. This time though, the Filipino pole vault world No. 2 made sure he wasn't going home disappointed ...

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Broken pole no problem this time for EJ in Norway | Josef Ramos (Business Mirror)

IT happened again—Ernest John “EJ” Obiena's pole broke at the Oslo Bislett Diamond Games in Norway on Friday morning. After clearing 5.72 meters that ...

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Obiena bags Bislett tilt bronze medal using 2 borrowed poles ... (manilastandard.net)

Two borrowed poles saved Ernest John “EJ” Obiena's campaign on Friday at the Diamond League – Oslo Bislett Games in Norway.

Obiena seeks follow-up in Stockholm meet (Manila Bulletin)

EJ Obiena hopes he found poles in time for the Bauhaus Galan Wanda Diamond League in Stockholm, Sweden on Sunday, June 2, where he will be up against ...

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Maya features EJ Obiena on limited edition debit cards (Bilyonaryo)

The Manny Pangilinan-owned online bank Maya has launched a limited edition debit card to welcome its newest endorser, Filipino pole vault star EJ Obiena.

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