Sport Climbing Asian Youth Championship Concludes in Jamshedpur

Tata Steel Adventure Foundation hosts thrilling final day of IFSC 2024 championship

Key Points:

– 13 Asian nations showcased top sport climbing talent in Jamshedpur.

– Indonesia, Japan, and Korea dominate medal standings in various categories.

– The event highlights Asia’s rising stars in sport climbing.

JAMSHEDPUR – The IFSC Asian Youth Sport Climbing Championship 2024 concluded with high spirits at Tata Steel Adventure Foundation’s Sport Climbing Academy. The event, organized in collaboration with IFSC Asia Council and Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF), saw athletes from 13 Asian nations competing fiercely.

Athletes delivered stunning performances in speed climbing and other categories, underscoring the growth of the sport and showcasing emerging talents.

Medal Winners

U20 Women:

– Gold: Karin Hayashi (Japan)

– Silver: Fumika Kawakami (Japan)

– Bronze: Hanarium Sung (Korea)

U18 Women:

– Gold: Aninda Kalbi Arsila (Indonesia)

– Silver: Joga Purti (India)

– Bronze: Jimin Hwang (Korea)

U16 Women:

– Gold: Yunseo Cho (Korea)

– Silver: Natsumi Hara (Japan)

– Bronze: Tsania Erna Kusumawati (Indonesia)

U20 Men:

– Gold: Kazuki Tani (Japan)

– Silver: Junwoo Lee (Korea)

– Bronze: Ashwin Kristanto Ramaski (Indonesia)

U18 Men:

– Gold: Antasyafi Robi Al Hilmi (Indonesia)

– Silver: Damir Toktarov (Kazakhstan)

– Bronze: Ginta Uigaki (Japan)

U16 Men:

– Gold: Hadan Malik Bakmuhibar (Indonesia)

– Silver: Sota Saito (Japan)

– Bronze: Miyuki Ishida (Japan)

Event Highlights

The competition’s focus on speed climbing drew significant attention, emphasizing the sport’s evolution and inspiring new talents.

"This championship has set new benchmarks in sport climbing, uniting young athletes in a spirit of excellence," said an event spokesperson.

The winners not only brought pride to their nations but also left a lasting mark on the global sport climbing scene.