Mondo Duplantis, 25-year-old pole vault prodigy, sealed his place in history at the Paris 2024 Olympics after winning a gold medal for Sweden with a world record jump of 6.25 meters. But his achievements on the track are only half the tale—his romance with Desiré Inglander, a 22-year-old Swedish model and social media influencer, has won hearts across the globe.
Who Is Desiré Inglander?
Desiré Inglander is not only Mondo Duplantis’ fiancée—she’s a star in her own right. A 23-year-old Swedish model and social media influencer, Desiré has established a robust presence in the fashion and social media sphere. With her effortless beauty and increasing influence, she has caught the eye of leading brands and publications, all while keeping a relatively low-key life compared to the typical high-profile girlfriends of sports superstars.
Love At First Sight
Mondo and Desiré met for the first time at a party in Stockholm in 2020. Although he was immediately attracted to her, Desiré was not interested at first. In an interview with Vogue, Duplantis confessed that he had to work extra hard to win her heart. Resilience paid dividends, and upon talking on Snapchat, Desiré, never having gone out on a date before, persevered past initial reservations, even about a possible language barrier, and agreed to see him. Their first encounter was the beginning of a sound and encouraging partnership.
Desiré: Mondo’s Biggest Supporter
Since they were a couple, Desiré has been regularly present at Mondo’s events, supporting him from the bleachers. She goes beyond showing up at his events to also actively posting about his successes on social media and talking openly about their relationship. The two are now living together in Kungsholmen, an island within Stockholm, staying close to Mondo’s family as he remains in training in Louisiana.
Mondo And Desire Get Engaged
On October 11, 2024 Vogue Scandinavia announced that Mondo and Desiré are engaged. Duplantis staged a romantic proposal in the Hamptons, making their love story even more romantic. The engagement follows a spectacular season in which Mondo not only won Olympic gold but also continued to break boundaries in his sport by setting new records.
