Tokyo 2020 Olympics Sport Climbing Explained – Combined Format and Qualification Process
By Chloe Bennett
Tokyo 2020 Olympics sport climbing explained – combined format and qualification process
Sport climbing is set to make its first appearance at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, and the first round of qualification tournaments take place from August 11-17 in Tokyo.
Climbing has made the leap from mountain skill toathletic event, and now indoor climbing gets the Olympic nod.
Three forms of climbing – speed climbing, indoor bouldering, and indoor lead climbing – will be present under sport climbing umbrella in Tokyo.
This handy infographic explains everything you need to know about sport climbing and how the medal hopefuls will be picked ahead of its debut.
Or, check out this video for more details on the tournaments leading to the Games.
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