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Sasha DiGiulian Makes History on El Capitán's Platinum Route

12/8/2025

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Sasha DiGiulian, a prominent big-wall climber, became the first woman to complete the Platinum route on El Capitán in Yosemite National Park after starting the climb on November 3 with her climbing partner, Elliot Faber.
They faced severe weather, including rain and snow, and lived on the wall for three weeks as Faber left the climb for a family emergency.
DiGiulian highlighted resilience and mental strength gained from the experience.

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Story summary

Sasha DiGiulian, a prominent big-wall climber, became the first woman to complete the Platinum route on El Capitán in Yosemite National Park after starting the climb on November 3 with her climbing partner, Elliot Faber.
They faced severe weather, including rain and snow, and lived on the wall for three weeks as Faber left the climb for a family emergency.
DiGiulian highlighted resilience and mental strength gained from the experience.