Pérez Hernández Wins World Indoor Triple Jump Title
Written by Black Hot Fire Network Team on March 21, 2026
Leyanis Pérez Hernández of Cuba achieved a world-leading jump of 14.95 meters to win the triple jump at the World Athletics Indoor Championships Kujawy Pomorze 26 on Saturday. This performance equaled the best mark recorded globally this year.
Triple Jump Results
Pérez Hernández secured the gold medal with her jump in the second round. Yulimar Rojas of Venezuela, the world record holder, took silver with a best jump of 14.86 meters, marking a continued return to competition for the Venezuelan athlete. Saly Sarr of Senegal earned bronze with a personal best jump of 14.70 meters, securing her first global medal.
Further Coverage
Additional details from the championships will be reported as they become available. Highlights from the event can be viewed on World Athletics+.
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