Who is Saly Sarr, the new Senegalese champion making her mark in triple jump?

Saly Sarr, a 23-year-old triple jumper, has become the first Senegalese athlete to win the Diamond League. Born in Dakar, she started athletics in 2011 and quickly excelled, winning her first African championship title in 2024. In August 2026, she broke the 15-meter barrier for the first time, setting a new Senegalese record with a jump of 15.08 meters.