World record pole-vaulter Armand Duplantis has become the second athlete ever to have a dedicated children’s ticket named after him at a top-tier athletics event in the UK.
To inspire more young people to experience the Championships, a new ‘Mondo Ticket’ priced at just £6.31, matching the height of his current world record jump, has today (Wednesday 27 May) been released for session nine on Friday 14 August, when the Swedish superstar competes in his qualifying round.
The ticket offers young fans the chance to watch the three-time European and two-time Olympic champion in action for the lowest price yet offered, as Duplantis looks to make history at the only major championship where he has yet to set a world record.
Fifteen times world record-breaker
Duplantis has broken the world record 15 times since 2020, most recently clearing an awe-inspiring 6.31m at the Mondo Classic in March 2026, which is the record the Mondo Ticket has been paired against. Should he break his own record again at the London Diamond League, the Mondo Ticket will increase in price alongside his new achievement.
Mondo Duplantis said: “Setting a world record in front of any crowd is special, but it means even more knowing young fans and families can experience pole vault, and even another record, at a special World Record price.
“6.31m is a major milestone I’m proud of, and I’m excited to celebrate it with fans – I hope to see young supporters from Birmingham, across the UK and Europe in the stands.”
With the newly launched ‘Mondo Ticket’ and with a family of four able to attend the event from just £33, the European Athletics Championships Birmingham 2026 is set to be one of the most family-friendly major championships yet, with fans from across the UK, Europe and beyond heading to the iconic Alexander Stadium from 10-16 August.
Cherry Alexander, Birmingham 2026 Championship Director, said: “Mondo’s record speaks for itself. Having a three-time European Champion, Olympic, World and Diamond League champion front a ticket offer adds real excitement to what is already shaping up to be a hugely family-friendly championship, during the UK’s first-ever European Athletics Championships. We can’t wait to see him shine in Birmingham.
“With fans from more than 40 countries already securing seats, Birmingham 2026 is one of the hottest tickets in athletics this year and a fantastic chance for young fans to see Mondo up close.”
Other highlights on Friday morning, alongside Mondo’s qualifying round, include round one of the men's 1500m, men's and women's 4x400m relay events, plus women's heptathlon events in 100m hurdles, high jump, and more.
Group Ticket Offer
Group Tickets also returned on sale today (27 May) at 10am alongside the brand-new Mondo Ticket, enabling even more people to experience athletics together.
Group Tickets offer an unbeatable price to attend Birmingham 2026 on sessions 1, 3, 5 and 7, which feature highlights including men's and women's semi-finals in the 800m and 400m hurdles, round one of the men's 200m, men's decathlon events, and much more.
With a focus on reaching schools, youth clubs and community groups, Group Tickets are split into four categories: child focused (16 and under) groups, student groups (ages over 16), adult groups and mixed-age groups.
For child-focused groups, every nine young person tickets purchased, priced at just £5, unlocks two free accompanying adult tickets to chaperone. For student, adult and mixed groups of nine+, every ticket is discounted to £5 – a price previously only available for juniors. Read more about the Group Ticket offer here.
Transport options and travel planning
To further assist groups and all attendees of the Championships this August 10-16, organisers have also today confirmed travel options to Alexander Stadium for the Championships.
Spectators can expect additional train services to Perry Barr from Birmingham New Street, Walsall, Wolverhampton and Rugeley. There will also be additional buses for visitors to make use of to and from Perry Barr to Alexander Stadium. A shuttle bus to and from the city centre and the stadium is also being introduced, plus a Park and Ride option from Walsall.
For those with accessible parking needs, there will be pre-bookable accessible parking and accessible transfers on offer. Find out more about transport to Birmingham 2026 at birmingham26.com/travel