Pedro Pichardo's Stunning Comeback Clinches World Triple Jump Gold

Pedro Pichardo secured the world triple jump gold with a season-best jump of 17.91 meters, outperforming Italy’s Andrea Dallavalle, who achieved a personal best of 17.64 meters. Despite stiff competition, Pichardo's jump clinched victory, while Cuba's Lazaro Martinez claimed bronze, and Algeria’s Yasser Mohammed Triki finished fourth.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 19-09-2025 19:14 IST | Created: 19-09-2025 19:14 IST
Pedro Pichardo's Stunning Comeback Clinches World Triple Jump Gold

In a dramatic showdown at the World Championships, Pedro Pichardo won the triple jump gold medal with an impressive 17.91-meter leap.

The event took an intriguing turn when Italy's Andrea Dallavalle temporarily took the lead with a personal best of 17.64 meters, only for Pichardo to stage a remarkable comeback.

Cuba's Lazaro Martinez secured third place, while Algeria's Yasser Mohammed Triki, despite a strong start, finished just outside the medal positions in fourth.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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