In March 2023, the then 41-year-old climbing professional Chris Sharma made the first ascent of one of the hardest routes of his career: Sleeping Lion (9b+). Now he is releasing an uncut video of his ascent.
A little over ten years ago, after La Dura Dura climbed his first 9b+ route, Chris Sharma two years ago: In Siurana he made the first ascent of sleeping lion (9b+). With this new kingline, the 41-year-old American put the icing on the cake of his long climbing career.
Uncut video: Chris Sharma on the first ascent of Sleeping Lion (9b+)
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Credits: Cover picture Sharma climbing