– Veddriq Leonardo of Indonesia secured the first-ever men’s Speed climbing gold at the Olympics, making history for his country at Paris 2024.
– Sam Watson broke his own world record to win bronze, showcasing an impressive performance in the competition.
– The competition featured eight climbers vying for the inaugural men’s Speed gold medal, with Leonardo emerging as the victor with a time of 4.75 seconds.
– Speed climbing was kept separate from Boulder & Lead events, allowing specialists like Watson to set new records.
– The event showcased the remarkable speed and skill of the climbers, with Leonardo, Watson, and Wu Peng of the People’s Republic of China delivering outstanding performances.