American climbers are eager to chase their Olympic dreams and reach the summit of the podium at the Paris 2024 Games. Despite a close call in Tokyo 2020, Nathaniel Coleman fell just short of gold, finishing in fifth place overall. However, his performance has paved the way for Team USA to strive for even greater success in the upcoming Olympic Games.
In Paris, American climbers will have more opportunities to win gold, as the adrenaline-filled speed climbing event will be joined by a combined event for Boulder and Lead climbing. This format will provide athletes with four chances to claim the coveted top spot on the podium, offering a variety of challenges and opportunities for success.
Among the American climbers to watch out for in Paris is world record holder Samuel Watson, who is a strong contender for a gold medal. Despite his impressive speed climbing skills, he will need to maintain consistency and technical proficiency to secure the top prize. Similarly, Emma Hunt, a silver medalist at the world championships and a world cup victor, will be a formidable competitor with her eyes set on Olympic glory.
Furthermore, Colin Duffy, a silver medalist at the IFSC World Championships in Bern 2023, and Natalia Grossman, a Pan American Games champion and multiple world cup winner, will be looking to make their mark in the men’s and women’s combined events, respectively. With a talented and determined team of climbers
