Larissa Yapikino won the long jump at the World Championships

On Friday, September 11, the women’s long jump competition took place as part of the 2026 World Championships.

On her very first attempt, Larissa Yapikino of Italy jumped 6.90 m.

Neither the Italian athlete herself nor her rivals were able to surpass this result afterward. The closest was Jazmin Sowers of Great Britain, who jumped 6.78 m on her fourth attempt.

Yapikino received a unique trophy and $150,000 in prize money for her victory, while the other finalists received commemorative bracelets and prize money based on their finishing positions.

Ultimate Championships. Long Jump, Women