Suzuki and Garnbret Dominate Semi-Finals at IFSC World Cup Innsbruck 2025

In a thrilling display of athleticism, the semi-finals of the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) World Cup in Innsbruck, Austria, showcased intense competition as top climbers vied for a place in the finals scheduled for tomorrow. The event, which took place on June 28, 2025, saw Japan's Neo Suzuki securing a remarkable achievement by being the only male athlete to top any of the semi-final routes, while Slovenia's Janja Garnbret continued her winning streak in the women's category, setting the highest score of the round.

The semi-finals unfolded at the Kletterzentrum, where a total of eight men and eight women secured their positions for the finals. Garnbret, who had recently claimed gold in the boulder event, demonstrated her unmatched prowess by topping the women's semi-final with a score of 44+, despite not reaching the top of the route. Following her closely were Erin McNeice from Great Britain, Laura Rogora from Italy, and Annie Sanders from the United States, all of whom tied with scores of 42+. Garnbret's performance not only reinforces her status as a leading contender for double gold but also highlights her consistency in a highly competitive field.

Commenting on her performance, Garnbret stated, "It feels incredible to qualify for the finals again. I'm eager to compete for the gold after my recent successes in bouldering."

In the men's competition, Suzuki's performance stood out as he topped the semi-final route, giving him a significant advantage heading into the final. He scored 50+, followed closely by Great Britain's Toby Roberts and Jesse Grupper of the United States, both of whom also showcased impressive climbs. Roberts, fresh off a victory in the men’s bouldering final, expressed his excitement: "The energy from the crowd was crazy! I really enjoyed my climb and felt connected to everyone watching."

The finals will feature a blend of youth and experience, with prominent names such as two-time Olympian Alberto Ginés López from Spain and rising star Max Bertone from France. The final lineup for the men’s event includes: - **Neo Suzuki (JPN)** - **Toby Roberts (GBR)** - **Jesse Grupper (USA)** - **Max Bertone (FRA)** - **Alberto Ginés López (ESP)** - **Yoshida Satone (JPN)** - **Lee Dohyun (KOR)** - **Yannick Flohé (GER)**

On the women’s side, the finalists are: - **Janja Garnbret (SLO)** - **Erin McNeice (GBR)** - **Laura Rogora (ITA)** - **Annie Sanders (USA)** - **Rosa Rekar (SLO)** - **Lucka Rakovec (SLO)** - **Heloïse Doumont (BEL)** - **Seo Chaehyun (KOR)**

The final event promises to be a culmination of skill, strategy, and physical endurance, with competitors looking to secure their positions ahead of the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris 2024. The IFSC Climbing World Cup Innsbruck 2025 not only serves as a critical qualifier for the Olympics but also as a platform for climbers to demonstrate their abilities on an international stage.

As the competition intensifies, all eyes will be on the athletes tomorrow at 19:40 (UTC+2:00) for the finals. Updates and live coverage will be available on the IFSC's digital channels across various social media platforms, ensuring fans worldwide can follow the action as it unfolds.