August 27, 2009 | Funny Bits

Pole vaulter strips for silver

Romain Mesnil certainly knows how to celebrate in style. He's the French pole vaulter best known for running naked through the streets of Paris in hopes of finding a sponsor. His little stunt worked out and he was able to continue training.

Last week, Mesnil was in Berlin competing at the IAAF World Athletics Championships. He didn't come in first, but he did secure the silver! Even better, he stripped to nothing but the French flag in celebration ... and said flag was pulled off by some cheeky teammates. The results? Pure gold!