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World Climbing Series Shanghai
The 2027 speed season opens in Shanghai, with Zhao Yicheng赵一程Zhào Yīchéng and Emma Hunt starting as the defending series champions.
Who to watch
China
Zhao Yicheng
4.54
At 16-17 he already owns the world record and is the clear favorite every time he steps to the wall. The first sub-4.5s run may well be his.
Indonesia
Veddriq Leonardo
4.75
The reigning Olympic champion and Indonesia's leader; on any given day he can beat Zhao and Watson.
Indonesia
Kiromal Katibin
4.75
A veteran record-hunter still capable of a sub-4.9 on demand; part of Indonesia's deep speed roster.
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