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Sasha DiGiulian Makes History on El Capitan's Platinum Wall

12/3/2025

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American climber Sasha DiGiulian became the first woman to free-climb El Capitan's longest route, the Platinum Wall, in Yosemite.
Her ascent took 23 days, including nine days waiting out storms on a portaledge.
She led 27 of the 40 pitches, overcoming wet rock.
The climb followed three seasons of preparation, and she expressed gratitude for fellow climbers' support.
DiGiulian's achievement adds to a career with championships and first ascents.

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American climber Sasha DiGiulian became the first woman to free-climb El Capitan's longest route, the Platinum Wall, in Yosemite.
Her ascent took 23 days, including nine days waiting out storms on a portaledge.
She led 27 of the 40 pitches, overcoming wet rock.
The climb followed three seasons of preparation, and she expressed gratitude for fellow climbers' support.
DiGiulian's achievement adds to a career with championships and first ascents.