Emmanuel Karalis: ‘Duplantis Told Me He Struggled for the First Time’

Securing second place and the silver medal in the final event at the World Indoor Championships in China, Emmanuel Karalis revealed what his friend and former world champion Mondo Duplantis told him after the competition. With a new all-time Greek record and a fierce battle for the gold medal against the undefeated Mondo Duplantis, Karalis demonstrated his capability for greatness. In an interview with ERT after claiming the silver medal, he shared insights into his mindset and aspirations. His statements highlighted a shift in psychology, emphasizing his love for the sport and positive outlook on competition. Notably, Duplantis mentioned that this was the first time he had struggled so much during a match. Karalis expressed his goal to surpass 6.10 meters and his commitment to training daily to achieve it.