Karalis: “I can’t believe I broke the six-metre barrier”

He managed to shoot down the nationwide record in the men’s short jump, with “Manolo” in his first statements after historical achievement unable to believe what he has accomplished. He will forever remember the Diamond League of Silesia, Emmanuel Karalis, as the 24-year-old epicontist overcame the 6 metres barrier, breaking the nationwide record, and became the first Greek to manage to do something so great. “Manolo” after bronze at the Paris Olympics continues to impress, showing that what he has achieved in his career to date is not random. In fact, in his statements to the SEGAS after his struggle Karalis said: “I can’t believe I broke the six-metre barrier. I jumped like hell. I thought I’d be one of those guys today who can jump six meters and I did it. I am very pleased.” For this year’s dream season, he said: “I am the one who before the start of the season believed I could jump to six meters. But I didn’t think I could win a medal at the Olympics and be on the podium of all major events. I’m very happy to be done six meters. Everything was perfect, I’m in love with Poland and this stage. I started the season here. Getting laid here over six meters is fantastic, and it’s gonna stay forever in my heart. I practice with Piotr Lisek and others, so it’s one plus I made it here.” For the other historical achievement that took place in the games, Monto Duplantis’ new World record, Karalis, stated: “I was present in almost all of Monto’s World records, it is wonderful. We grew up together and I hope one day in the future I’ll be even better. Now I look forward to finishing the season strong and finally coming home. It will be crazy.” At the same time Karalis, through his personal twitter account, wanted to write a message in order to urge young people not to give up their dreams and pursue their goals, despite the difficulties and obstacles they may encounter. They told me that black people don’t pole vault! Now I’m the first black pole vulter over 6 meters! Never give up on your dreams — Emmanuel Karalis (@FlyManoloFly) “I was told that blacks do not jump short. Now I’m the first black jumper over six meters! Never give up your dreams,” Karalis said.