EJ Obiena wins silver medal in indoor season opener in Germany

EJ Obiena began his indoor season with a silver medal at a meet in Cottbus, Germany. He cleared 5.65 meters but failed to reach 5.75 meters, a height he has previously achieved. Obiena, ranked fourth in the world, finished second behind Sam Kendrick. He won the silver through countback, as both cleared the same height. Obiena's coach noted that adjustments in technique and a shorter approach due to the track's length contributed to his performance. He is set to compete next at the Meeting Metz Moselle Athlelor in France.