Pole vaulting is described as an adrenaline-fuelled extreme sport and is one of the most exciting events in athletics.

So how easy is it to do? BBC Sport went out to get some advice.

By Steve Rippon GB pole vault coach

As you stand at the top of the runway your aim is to have the pole nice and high.

Start with a slow, progressive and rhythmic run-up increasing in pace as you get closer to take-off point.

You need to run tall with high knees and your last two steps being your fastest.

You're then looking to lower the pole gradually to slide it into the box.

After lowering the pole into the box you should be taking-off with your body as tall as possible.

The angle between the ground and pole should be as high as possible.

You need to get right up on the toes of your take-off leg and push right up on the top hand.

Also drive through the pole and try to jump out of the back of the pit like you would in a long jump take-off.

Swing your trail leg through long and deep and you end up in an upside down position that we call the 'rock-back'.

This is where your feet and hips are above your head.

Drive your feet and hips up towards the bar and half turn to go over.

And if all goes well, the bar will still be sitting in the same place.