Filipino pole vaulter EJ Obiena has made a significant comeback after nearly two years of consistent performance.At the Meeting Madrid in Spain on July 16, he cleared 5.85 meters to secure silver, marking his highest clearance since the 2024 Paris Olympics where he finished fourth.Germany's Bo Kanda Lita Baehre won gold with a personal-best 5.90m, while Portugal's Pedro Buaro also achieved 5.85m for bronze via countback.Obiena's recent form includes clearing 5.81m in Greece and 5.80m in Hungary, showing his gradual return to peak performance.His resurgence is promising ahead of the Asian Games in Japan, where he aims to replicate his 2022 victory.The article highlights his dedication to improving and competing at the highest level, emphasizing his role as a key figure in Philippine sports.