The Greek superstar produced his best jump of the season under pressure, clinching gold in a high-quality competition that featured several season-best performances and rising stars.
Top Results – Men’s Long Jump
- 🥇 Miltiadis Tentoglou (Greece) — 8.61m (World Lead)
- 🥈 Wayne Pinnock (Jamaica) — 8.39m
- 🥉 Jorge Hodelin (Cuba) — 8.38m (New U20 World Record)
- 4th Bozhidar Saraboyukov (Bulgaria) — 8.36m
- 5th Simon Ehammer (Switzerland) — 8.32m
Tentoglou’s explosive last-round effort edged out a competitive field and reaffirmed his status as one of the world’s premier horizontal jumpers heading into the peak of the 2026 outdoor season.
A Statement Performance
The 28-year-old Tentoglou, known for his consistency and big-moment jumping, saved his best for last. His 8.61m mark not only secured the win but also sent a strong message to rivals ahead of major championships later this year.
Wayne Pinnock showed excellent form to take silver, while teenage sensation Jorge Hodelin stole the show with a new Under-20 World Record of 8.38m, highlighting the bright future of Cuban long jumping.
This result further cements Tentoglou’s legacy as one of the most accomplished long jumpers of his generation, building on his Olympic gold and multiple Diamond League titles.
Miltiadis Tentoglou is back on top — producing the kind of world-leading distance that makes him a major favorite wherever he competes next.
Stay tuned for more Diamond League updates and athletics news as the 2026 season intensifies.