Nicola Olyslagers

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Nicola Olyslagers has built a remarkable record in high jump, marked by consistency and longevity. She is one of the few athletes to have won medals at two consecutive Olympics, along with world titles indoors and outdoors. Her Oceanian record of 2.02m stands as a benchmark for the region.Her ability to peak at major championships sets her apart. She has won medals at every major global competition she has entered since 2020, including two Olympic silvers, a world outdoor gold and bronze, and a world indoor gold. Her Diamond League title in 2025 added another layer to her dominance, proving she can win across different formats and seasons.

AwardsNicola Olyslagers has won multiple major championships in high jump. She is a two-time Olympic silver medalist (Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024), a world champion both indoors (2024) and outdoors (2025), and a Diamond League title holder (2025). Her collection also includes a bronze at the 2023 World Championships. She holds the Oceanian record for the event.

Honours & Distinctions

Oceanian Record Holder

World Athletics·2021

Set the Oceanian record in high jump with a clearance of 2.02m at the Tokyo Olympics.

Records & Feats

Oceanian Record in High Jump

Career Milestone·2021

Cleared 2.02m at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, setting a new Oceanian record.

First Australian woman to win world outdoor high jump title since 2001

Historic First·2025

Won the 2025 World Athletics Championships, becoming the first Australian woman to win the outdoor title in 24 years.