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How Tough is Sport Climbing in the Olympics?

– Olympic boulders for women estimated between V9 and V12, and men between V10 and V14
– Climbers have limited time to complete each problem in both semi-finals and finals
– Olympic route setting involves trial and error and close coordination with a team
– Rules for routesetters include no downward jumps or recognizable designs on the wall
– Olympic route setting is distinctive from traditional IFSC setting and designed with Combined format in mind
– Advice from Gregor to Olympians: be prepared, stay present, and enjoy the experience
– Olympic sport climbing is demanding and highly technical
– Challenges faced by athletes and routesetters add complexity to the competition.

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