speed climbing
Timed wall ascent
Speed climbing is a competitive form of rock climbing where athletes race up a standardized wall as fast as possible.
The route—15 meters high with identical holds at every venue—allows direct comparison of times worldwide.
Climbers complete it in under six seconds at elite levels.
Speed climbing became an Olympic sport in 2020, paired controversially with bouldering and lead climbing despite being a distinct discipline.
- ascentUpward movement
- wallVertical enclosing structure
- ropeThick twisted fibers
- harnessStraps controlling an animal
- gripSecure manual hold
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Technical high-peak ascent
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