Bourgis shocks Drouet to lead Franch 1-2 in pole vault at Rieti 2026

Julie Bourgis claimed gold in the women's pole vault at the European Athletics U18 Championships in Rieti on Sunday, setting a championship record to defeat European U18 leader Isild Drouet. The result produced an unexpected French one-two, with Bourgis topping the podium ahead of her compatriot Drouet. The championship took place on July 19, 2026.