Eleanor Patterson Aims for New Heights with Brave Technical Overhaul

Eleanor Patterson, an Australian high jumper, pursues a third consecutive world championships medal with a new run-up technique in Tokyo. Coached by the controversial Fayaaz Caan remotely, Patterson aims to continue her medaling streak, drawing from a friendly rivalry with Nicola Olyslagers.

Eleanor Patterson is chasing her third consecutive world championships medal in Tokyo, revolutionizing her approach with a new run-up technique. Her journey to this point has been marked by a significant technical overhaul under British coach Fayaaz Caan.

The Australian high jumper has shown promising results, clearing 1.88m and 1.92m in Thursday's qualifying. Despite the challenges faced under remote coaching from Caan, Patterson remains upbeat about her progress and committed to medaling at major championships, thanks to inspiration from her friendly rivalry with Nicola Olyslagers.

Looking beyond Tokyo, Patterson sees the 2025 season as a stepping stone to the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Her partnership with fellow high jumper and partner Marco Fassinotti, coupled with her respect for rivals like Olyslagers, fuels her determination to reach new heights in the sport.

(With inputs from agencies.)