Wilma Murto, a Finnish pole vaulter, recently shared on her Instagram that she has contracted the flu, despite having received the flu vaccine. The illness has prevented her from competing this weekend in Metz, France, where she had intended to participate. Murto expressed her disappointment at the shortened indoor season but remains hopeful for her upcoming events. She looks forward to potentially competing in Lievin on February 19, where she is optimistic about her chances of a strong performance.

Murto revealed her health issues at the end of January, when the specific illness was not clear. At that time, she also withdrew from the Val-de-Reuil competitions, hinting at the severity of her condition. While the flu has delayed her season's start, Murto's resilience shines through as she speaks of her commitment to returning to competition and acknowledges the unpredictable nature of sports and competition.

Despite the setbacks due to her health, Murto is trying to maintain a positive outlook towards her recovery and re-engagement with the sport. She has started to move around again and believes her situation will continue to improve. As she navigates her health challenges, fans and supporters are eager to see her return to form in the forthcoming competitions.