VOICED : Traditional Dutch pole valuting sport reaches new heights

The video introduces Fairly Open, a Dutch sport combining pole vaulting and long jump, originating in Fraser. It involves climbing a pole to cross a canal. The sport, formalized in 1957, is gaining popularity. Regional rivalries exist, with athletes aiming to break records. The current record is 22.21 meters, held by a central country athlete. Local athletes aspire to reclaim the title, with one aiming for 21 meters next year.

What is the main objective of the sport Fairly Open?

• To swim across a canal as fast as possible

• To jump over a river using a trampoline

• To run and jump over hurdles

• To climb up a pole and land on the other side of a canal

Which region is known as the home of Fairly Open?

• Fraser in the north of the country

• The south of the country

• The east of the country

• The middle of the country

In which year did the first formal Fairly Open event take place?

• 1967

• 1977

• 1947

• 1957

What is the current national record for Fairly Open?

• 22 meters 21

• 23 meters 21

• 21 meters 21

• 20 meters 21

What is the goal of the local favorite athlete for the next year?

• To reach 20 meters

• To reach 23 meters

• To reach 21 meters

• To reach 22 meters