You have to go up there and jump high and clear whatever the bar may be. It's a competition within myself. That's how it was even before I was the best in the world, because that's the approach to every competition.
Armand DuplantisRead
That's a pretty big advantage to this journey that I've been able to have, is that I was able to start at such a young age because my father built a setup and I was able to build a technique from 3 years up to now. Without the backyard, I'm not whatever I am today. I knew that none of my classmates were pole vaulting.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Early opportunities can lead to significant achievements in life.
In this quote, Armand Duplantis reflects on how starting his pole vaulting journey at a young age, facilitated by his father's support, has significantly shaped his success. He acknowledges that the unique resources available to him in his backyard allowed him to develop his skills in a way that set him apart from his peers, illustrating the importance of early exposure and support in achieving greatness.
Themes
AdvantageJourneyTechniqueYoungSuccessPole VaultingSupport
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about pursuing your passions.
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