Preview, schedule, and tips for watching live action

At OQS Shanghai 2024, 64 speed climbers will be competing for the 10 quotas available. Among the contestants are notable names such as Rajiah Sallsabillah of Indonesia and Veddriq Leonardo, former world record holder from the same country, in the women’s and men’s events respectively. Another standout athlete is Reza Alipour Shezandifard from the Islamic Republic of Iran, who is a former world record holder and Men’s Asian Games champion.

The women’s speed climbing event will see athletes like Natalia Kalucka from Poland, Niu Di and Zhang Shaoqin from China, and Nurul Iqamah from Indonesia. On the men’s side, competitors include Wu Peng and Wang Xinshang from China, Rishat Khaibullin from Kazakhstan, and Yasukawa Jun from Japan. Each athlete brings their own unique strengths to the competition, making it an exciting event for spectators to watch.

It’s important to note that the lists of athletes participating may change and the quotas allocated for OQS are ultimately the responsibility of the respective International Federation. The competition is sure to be intense as these speed climbers push themselves to new heights in pursuit of qualification for the main event.