Athletics Australia’s Nina Kennedy shattered the national pole-vault record during the Diamond League on Saturday.
She cleared a career-best height and took the gold medal in a clear victory.
The record comes after Kennedy returned from an injury lay-off.
Her new mark positions her near the Olympic qualifying standard, keeping her on track for next year’s Games.
The achievement highlights her resilience after a challenging recovery.
Fans applauded the performance, noting its significance for Australian athletics.
Analysts expect she might contend for a medal at the upcoming Olympics.