Elena Isinbaeva of Russia competes during the women's pole vault final at the National Stadium, also known as the Bird's Nest, during Beijing 2008 Olympic Games on August 18, 2008. Isinbaeva took a overwhelming victory in the match.

Elena Isinbaeva of Russia celebrates during the women's pole vault final at the National Stadium, also known as the Bird's Nest, during Beijing 2008 Olympic Games on August 18, 2008. Isinbaeva claimed the title in the event and set a new world record.

Russia's Elena Isinbaeva poses for photos with her new world record after the women's pole vault final at the National Stadium, also known as the Bird's Nest, during Beijing 2008 Olympic Games on August 18, 2008. Isinbaeva claimed the title in the event and set a new world record. 

(Xinhua News Agency August 18, 2008)