Emma Hunt sets new speed climbing world record in Krakow

Emma Hunt became the first woman to climb a standard 15-meter wall in under six seconds, finishing in 5.99 seconds at the World Climbing Series event in Krakow, Poland, on July 4, 2026. This achievement surpasses the previous record of 6.03 seconds held by Aleksandra Miroslaw. Hunt, who previously placed fifth at the 2024 Paris Olympics, began her climbing journey after encountering a portable climbing wall. Miroslaw, expected to retire later this year, had broken the world record multiple times since the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. Hunt's record-setting performance marks a significant moment in the sport's history as speed climbing prepares for its inclusion in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

• 8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Emma Hunt breaks speed climbing world record, 6-second barrier