Campusing Announced as 2024 Olympic Climbing Category
Move over Speed. “Campusing” is the newest climbing category to feature in the upcoming Olympic Games.
Move over Speed. “Campusing” is the newest climbing category to feature in the upcoming Olympic Games.
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