Alex Honnold Completes First Free Solo Ascent of Taipei 101 Skyscraper
Alex Honnold, a 40-year-old athlete known for his 2017 free solo climb of El Capitan, has achieved the first unprotected ascent of Taipei 101 in Taiwan. This feat involved scaling the 1,667-foot-tall skyscraper without ropes or safety gear, marking a significant milestone in extreme climbing.
Key facts
- Alex Honnold performed the first free solo climb of Taipei 101
- The skyscraper is 1,667 feet tall
- The event took place in Taipei, Taiwan
- Honnold is 40 years old and gained fame from a 2017 El Capitan ascent
- No ropes or protective equipment were used during the climb
Entities
Locations
- Taipei
- Taiwan