Pole vault · Sweden · 2018–present
Armand Duplantis
Pole vault — world record holder
Mondo has broken the pole vault world record more times than anyone, one centimeter at a time.
The blind analysis put "Taekwondo (Kyorugi)" first. Armand Duplantis became a legend in pole vault anyway — bodies are a starting point, not a destiny.
BODY MEASUREMENTS
| Measurement | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 181 cm | Olympics.com athlete bio |
| Weight | 79 kg | Olympics.com athlete bio |
| Wingspan | 185 cm | Est.1 |
| Leg Length, Inseam | 85 cm | Est.2 |
| Torso Length | 62 cm | Est.3 |
| Shoulder Width | 47 cm | Est.4 |
| Hip Width | 36 cm | Est.5 |
| Hand Size | 20 cm | Est.6 |
| Foot Size | 27.5 cm | Est.7 |
- 1.02×height (male population ratio; no published arm span)
- 0.463×height (sprinter +2%)
- height − legLength − 0.19×height (head/neck)
- 0.257×height
- 0.206×height (sprinter −3%)
- 0.108×height (published NBA/NFL 'hand size' is span, not length, so the ratio is used)
- 0.152×height (no reliably published shoe size)
WHAT THE AI SAW
Build type
LONG-LIMBED
- •Positive ape index (+4 cm)
- •Long legs relative to height (inseam ~47% of stature)
- •High shoulder-to-hip ratio (~1.31)
- •Above-average hand size for grip-dependent tasks
THE AI'S SPORT RANKINGS
Taekwondo (Kyorugi)
Exceptional leg length-to-height ratio and narrow hips maximize kicking reach and speed—core determinants in modern taekwondo. Positive ape index aids framing and counter-fighting at distance. Overall build fits well in -80 kg class with strong leverage for head-height kicks and lateral footwork.
Fencing (Épée or Foil)
Positive ape index, long legs, and narrow hips translate to long, fast lunges and difficult-to-reach distance. Above-average hand size supports weapon dexterity and control. Height is solid for reach play without sacrificing footwork quickness.
110 m Hurdles
Long inseam improves hurdle clearance and stride patterning between barriers. Moderate height keeps center of mass manageable for touchdown mechanics. Success will hinge on developing explosive starts and stiffness qualities, but levers are favorable.
Boxing (Light Middle to Middleweight)
Reach advantage (+4 cm) and long-limbed frame favor outside boxing and straight-punch effectiveness. Narrow hips aid rotational snap for hooks and body shots, while athletic BMI supports repeated high-intensity efforts.
Tennis (All-court/Baseline Counterpuncher)
Long reach helps on serve and defensive retrieval; narrow hips and athletic mass aid lateral movement. Hand size benefits racket control. Slightly shorter torso may limit maximal serving leverage versus the tallest elites, but overall proportions are supportive.
BIOMECHANICAL READ
- 1Long-limbed proportions with positive ape index enhance reach (striking, fencing) and leverage (grappling, pulling).
- 2Long legs and relatively shorter torso favor stride length, hurdle clearance, and kicking range while maintaining a manageable center of mass for agility.
- 3Narrow hips and reasonably broad shoulders enable efficient hip-shoulder separation for rotational power (kicks, punches, throws) and quick change of direction.
- 4Athletic BMI supports a blend of speed, power, and endurance without excessive inertia.
- 5Hand and foot size slightly above average improve grip security (weapons, rackets, holds) and ground contact during sprints or kicks.
LESS ADVANTAGEOUS IN
- •Elite rowing (openweight) and canoe sprint—typically favor taller athletes with longer torsos and greater mass.
- •Volleyball and basketball at elite levels due to height disadvantage.
- •Artistic gymnastics—longer limbs increase rotational inertia and raise strength-to-weight demands on rings/pommel.
- •Strongman/superheavyweight powerlifting—insufficient mass; though long arms help deadlift, overall size is limiting.
- •Sprint swimming sprints—height/torso length and shoulder breadth are below typical elite norms.
METHODOLOGY
The AI analysis above was generated from the nine measurements listed — nothing else. The model never saw Armand Duplantis's name, photo, or sport; it received the same anonymous input as any visitor who uses the tool. The verdict compares its blind rankings with reality.
Measurements marked Est. are not publicly documented and were estimated from published data using the noted anthropometric ratios.
This page is editorial commentary. My Best Sport is not affiliated with or endorsed by Armand Duplantis.
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