Team Italy Dominates the Climbing Scene! The final Youth European Cup of 2025 wrapped up in Toulouse-Tournefeuille, France, from November 1st to 2nd, mirroring the season's grand finale.
Italy's Triumphant Finish: The Italian team truly shone, securing an impressive three out of four gold medals in the Lead season. This victory marks a significant milestone for Andrea Ludovico Chelleris and Matilda Liù Moar, who celebrated their first-ever career wins. Gianluca Vighetti also added to the glory, doubling his gold count after his earlier triumph at the Youth European Cup in Bologna, Italy.
Ukraine's Standout Performance: Rafael Kazbekova of Ukraine disrupted the Italian dominance, claiming the top spot in the women's U17 final. This win earned her a fourth medal of the season, consisting of two golds and two silvers.
Here's a detailed look at the podium finishers:
Women’s U17 Lead:
- Rafael KAZBEKOVA (UKR)
- Swann LAMBLIN-BURGUET (FRA)
- Milena CASETTA (SRB)
Men’s U17 Lead:
- Andrea Ludovico CHELLERIS (ITA)
- Hypolite VILANOVA (FRA)
- Yanik CHASSAIN (SUI)
Women’s U19 Lead:
- Matilda Liù MOAR (ITA)
- Lana GORIC (SLO)
- Julia BENACH ZUBERO (ESP)
Men’s U19 Lead:
- Gianluca VIGHETTI (ITA)
- Akyan ETCHAR (FRA)
- Giovanni BAGNOLI (ITA)
What's Next for Climbing Fans?
The schedule for upcoming IFSC European events will be unveiled in the coming weeks. You can catch all the excitement of the semi-finals and finals live on the IFSC Europe YouTube channel. For the latest updates, be sure to visit the IFSC website and follow their social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Threads, TikTok, and X. Chinese fans can also enjoy exclusive content on Bilibili, Douyin, Weibo, and Xiaohongshu.
But here's where it gets controversial... The Italian team's strong performance raises questions about the training programs and support systems in place. Do you think this level of dominance is a sign of superior coaching, or does it highlight areas where other nations can improve? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
