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  •   Home > News > Sports > Athletics

    Eliza McCartney is certain she has more to give after finishing 6th in the Olympic Games pole vault

    Eliza McCartney is certain she has more to give after finishing 6th in the Olympic Games pole vault


    The surprise Rio bronze medalist has overcome years of injury issues to compete in Paris...and she's told Sky Sport she's keen to keep soaring to new heights.



    Imogen Ayris set a new personal best in clearing 4.60 metres to come 12th, with compatriot Olivia McTaggart one spot back in 13th due to countback.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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