French pole vaulter Anthony Ammirati became a viral sensation during the 2024 Paris Olympics on August 3rd. While attempting to qualify for the men’s pole vault final, Ammirati’s “big bulge” knocked the bar off, leading to a dramatic and unexpected exit. The moment quickly spread online, and his Instagram followers soared.
The Daily Mail and other media reported that Ammirati, aiming for a spot in the finals, cleared two heights before attempting 5.7 meters. Though he nearly made it, his “lower body” bumped the bar, causing it to fall. Commentators were stunned, and Ammirati placed 12th in Group A with a height of 5.60 meters.
The video of his jump went viral, with many social media users making light of the situation. Comments such as “The best way to lose” and “He maintained his manly dignity” were widely shared. Ammirati’s Instagram followers increased from under 10,000 to nearly 50,000 in just 24 hours.
Despite the mishap, Ammirati, who broke the French junior pole vault record with a 5.81-meter jump in 2022, received immense support and encouragement from fans online.
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