Wilma Murto, a Finnish pole vault star, has experienced a considerable change in her body over the past week, particularly as she prepares for the upcoming World Indoor Championships in Toruń. Murto faced challenges earlier in the season due to influenza, which notably affected her taking-off ability and recovery throughout the early part of the year. Although her symptoms subsided months ago, the side effects lingered, delaying her full recovery until more recently.

Now, after recent improvements, Murto expresses optimism about her condition heading into the competition. She feels that she has made a noticeable advancement in her physical readiness compared to prior competitions this season and is eagerly anticipating her performance at the championships. With the upcoming final jump height starting at 4.35 meters and increasing to 4.70 meters, Murto's current best jump of the season is at 4.60 meters.

As Murto prepares for this high-stakes competition, her comments reflect a determined mindset. She is looking forward to stepping onto the field again and competing under conditions that feel more favorable, indicating a crucial moment in her athletic journey as she aims to regain her peak performance and make an impactful mark at the World Championships.