Tina Šutej repeats as silver medalist in European Indoor Championships

ISTANBUL, Turkey – Arkansas alum Tina Šutej repeated as a silver medalist in the pole vault at the 2023 European Indoor Championships held this weekend, clearing 15 feet, 7 inches (4.75) during the competition on Saturday.

Finland’s Wilma Murto set an indoor national record of 15-9 (4.80) for the victory. Last summer Murto claimed the European Outdoor title in Munich, Germany, with a national record of 15-11 (4.85) while Šutej placed third at 15-7.

Šutej entered the meet as the 2023 European leader with an overall career best and Slovenia national record of 15-9.75 (4.82), which is second best in the world for the 2023 indoor season.

“I was preparing myself for a victory, so yes I’m a little disappointed,” stated Šutej. “I’ve been the best European pole vaulter this whole indoor season and today I’m second.

“I will appreciate being the silver medalist, maybe tomorrow or in a week. Today I’ll just be a little sad and disappointed, and mad at myself. I do appreciate it, obviously every medal is special.”