My LAST? Boulder World Cup | Adam Ondra

[@AdamOndra]

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[@gyateste6191]

You did well Adam! Now go and do some amazing projects! we will tune in!

[@ScienceSportsMore]

I love watching Adam Ondra. But to be honest, if I need to choose between Adam participating in comps and risking injuries or leaving comps and showing us beautiful climbs on rock and remaining an active and integral part of the climbing community for many more years... the choice is easy. Wishing you the best

[@ChimiChuri-k2o]

Someone once said: I will keep doing this until they dont want to see me anymore lmao

[@briseboy]

Tell what you think to be dishonest.

[@0xRexi]

Strongly believe, that Adam was born to push human limits on rocks.

[@oni-one574]

Every GOAT eventually passes the torch. Imagine all the climbing lives you've touched and motivated. Looking forward to your next adventure!

[@acasccseea4434]

Pass the torch? What are you talking about? He's still undoubtedly the number 1 in climbing. Just ask the gold medal winner, and they'll tell you. He needs to make the world's first 9C/10a and live on an absolute legend for maybe the next 5 decades.

[@oni-one574]

@@acasccseea4434 I'm talking about bouldering comps. He's no longer going to compete in boulder comps. He's moving on to projects that just work easier with age. Like it or not, we are all getting older by the day. When we no longer do things because of that... If it makes you feel better, Ondra is the wielder of many torches. In the world of climbing, The Lord of Torches, one could say.

[@lawsong6663]

@@acasccseea4434 pass the torch in competitions... obviously. adam is no longer the best there, but as you point out on the rocks he is still in prime shape.

[@Finkelfunk]

@@acasccseea4434 Just because they say he is the "number 1" in climbing, doesn't mean they mean "yeah right now he climbs better than anybody". He doesn't and he knows that. The Japanese are EXTREMELY strong climbers and sometimes 10+ years younger than him. What they mean is that the things Adam has accomplished in his career up until this point is incredible. That's why he is the "number 1", because they measure it by what they'd have to beat in their careers to get close to him. Adam is also getting old, he probably isn't even the best rock climber anymore in the world. Yet the legacy he will leave and what he is able to do still is incredible and deserves massive respect. Yes, he climbed a 9c. That was 7 years ago. Times flies ya know.

[@Benja09Biker]

I went to Prague for the World Cup, I did the line to get Adam to sign my shoe. The guy stood there like 3 hours, and give every one a smile. When he was climbing you can tell what he says about “climbing for the audience”, but also, you can tell how he enjoys it, every second of it. I knew he was a hell of a climber, but he's also a incredible human being.

[@alib3332]

Dohyun Lee (who won the gold medal this World Cup) saying Adam is his idol was soooo cute!

[@parafinek5588]

Last place biggest smile

[@KlaresGedenken]

"Last" of the final 6. 6th best athlete in the world on this comp. To me that's still super impressive after 15 (!) years of competing in the adult series, 17 years in total.

[@JohnPork-uf8fm]

This dude is pretty cool

[@rosiesimpp]

he’s not bad

[@HourRomanticist]

Just alright ​@@rosiesimpp

[@johnnyd.j.6068]

this profile picture is sending me

[@Daniele.Rossini]

Give us another 9c already and quit plastic for good!!! 💪💪💪

[@HourRomanticist]

I would enjoy that so much

[@stephenr80]

Lets go Adam!!! Vamos!!! When is someone gonna repeat silence???!! Incredible that with so much people there nobodys connected it yet!! I always imagine someone would come and call it a hard 9b+😂😂😂😂😂

[@daniel_brqlo]

Yes!!!! To the Rocks!

[@asdzt123]

No one remembers if Adam won this or that world cup, but every climber in the world knows about silence.

[@Cqat1]

@@stephenr80 Stefano is probably gonna do it next year.

[@clandestinefreedom8114]

Adam, you are the best. You inspired me to climb and I will continue watching you forever

[@williamtrowbridge4868]

It is always awesome to see you compete on the world stage, but retiring seems like a good decision if it is taken to avoid injury. Your fans will have your back in whatever you choose to do next!

[@climblikeagirl]

Good luck Adam with the outdoor projects, it feels right! It would be so lovely if there were some old-school bouldering comps, would love to see you competing casually in such. You improved so much in modern bouldering, finishing 6th in your anti-style climbing comp makes you the most well-rounded climber in the world, you can climb anything! Just take care of yourself, so you can climb for your whole life.

[@AdamOndra]

Thanks for that opinion :-)

[@brekkoh]

So great we have someone like Adam at the top of our sport such a well spoken and likeable individual that engages with the community and gives us these insightful looks into his process and mindset about competing and sometimes life in general.

[@cjm5002]

17:36 Im very sad to hear that news. Seeing you on the world stage has been a privilege, thank you! You have been the greatest inspiration in the entire history of climbing (not to mention being the g.o.a.t. with the likeliness of not seeing another climber of your capacity in this century or ever again). You are just now reaching the point of the male lifespan where something amazing happens: dad strength! Just something about hitting our 30s and 40s that triggers unbelievable growth and we get stronger. You just have to watch out for the negative side of that: the dad bod. If you can manage the latter then I see you sending even harder than ever before. Downside is your risk of injury gets higher and higher every year. Can't wait to see what new sport routes you create and send next!!!

[@agasteenbrink]

The big question... Are you going to compete in lead still if they have seperate boulder and lead medals in the World Champs/Olympics? Fantastic video once again! Have fun on the rock man, you earned it big time 💪

[@ladovacobecny]

Yeah, he mentioned he want to do lead, that its more suitable in long term. And of course outdoors never ends.

[@AdamOndra]

Wait for it :-)

[@VtZ362]

Hey Adam, my dearest respect for what you have conquered, already! By keeping track of your videos, you have taught me so much about passion and commitment, when it not only comes to climbing. I do really think that you play quite an important role, for why this beautiful sport have had experienced such an incredible hype. Hope to see you soon rocking those mountains and maybe, someday, we'll be able to watch an old school kind of competition by yours. Best wishes for you and your family!

[@allanmeier1779]

Adam, you are such an inspiration to the entire rock climbing community. We love your passion and how you push yourself and the whole sport forward. To still be crushing it in sport, comp, trad and bouldering at your age is truly mind-blowing. Thank you for sharing your inspiration with us all through your excellent videos and amazing content. Best wishes Adam, and we are all hoping to see you put up and send another 9c 💪💪

[@Cqat1]

While you might be a bit too old for the jumpy, dynamic bouldering style, you can still asbolutely show these younger generations how it's done on the lead wall. I'm hoping to still see you earn some medals in lead and perhaps we might even get another 30+yo podium with you, jakob and alex again haha

[@colemantrebor6574]

Jakob still does well in the jumpy dynamic bouldering style at 35 years old.

[@Cqat1]

@@colemantrebor6574 yes but in this video Adam talks about how some of these moves just don't feel good/possible for him anymore. I'm not saying that it's like that for everyone :)

[@colemantrebor6574]

@Cqat1 Yeah I think to keep up Adam would have to train so much for it and give up rock climbing time and I dont think that would be worth it for him

[@jonnenne]

Dohuyn is so wholesome

[@notapplicable7292]

The sheer joy Adam shows when climbing is contagious and inspiring. I deeply respect Adam for both choosing to compete for so long and knowing when it's time to pass the torch.

[@zivotvkrosne2132]

Big up and applause! The lead wall is your field of play now!

[@homemsapo]

Thanks for keeping pushing at such high level both on rocks and on comps. The change in Bouldering style was so remarkable over the last Years... It only makes sense Lead and Boulder being in diferent categories at the next Olympics. Just like 100 meters and 400 meters running...

[@Aldersandfirs]

The ability of these younger guys to smash these parkour style boulders is incredible, and really fun to watch. Really appreciate your stand up attitude towards it, and hope to see more crazy lead climbs from you. Straight peace

[@Hruuu-fh1jh]

Amazing show in Prague! Wish u all the best on rocks and the lead wall!

[@jennymchandler]

What an absolute legend!! I had tears in my eyes when you topped that last boulder in the semis. I really respect how much you care and how openly you show it. Your humility, passion and commitment is truly inspiring, I really respect your decision to leave boulder world cups alone to look after your body and I think that's testament to how much you care about climbing and keeping going for decades to come. Thanks for all you have given to this sport, I have been following you since you were a teenager.

[@garryreed6410]

The Rock is where it counts Adam.

[@MetaHead]

This brought me to happy tears so hard. You did so well man and you’re so inspirational. I’ve only been following climbing for about a year and you’ve been so inspiring for me and I’m sure many others looking into the sport.

[@ghostofguy]

An all time great. Keep enjoying it as much as you can. Hope you stay fit enough to enjoy many more days of climbing.

[@milliondollarart]

Thanks for your years of competing, As a Czech, you make us proud.

[@MasthaX]

You'll still be an inspiration to climbers and will still be able to do amazing things in the future. Thanks Adam!

[@nickclifford9390]

Don't worry about competitions any more, Adam. We want to see you crushing 9c routes and 9a boulders now!!!

[@matteobecchi1210]

Your enthusiasm for climbing is always inspiring! Very nice video!

[@matteomasento3541]

Keep crashing on the rock mate! Can’t wait to see you on your next vertical chapter!! Good luck with all 💪

[@LosClimberos]

As always Adam is an inspiration for our generation! Giving his all all the time, humble and show that he can still be very competitive ! The best ! All the new climbing gen athletes acknowledge his talent and dedication! Thank you Adam for inspiring us all! Rockclimbing

[@GRC_88]

You are the best, Adam! The emotion you show in every competition, every boulder or lead route you get to the top of, is so motivating and enjoyable to watch! Thank you for all those years in the world cup series! I'll miss your energy :)

[@ShakespeareanBroncobuster]

Wow. I hate to see Adam retire from boulder comps. I’ve been watching him compete for a decade. He’s only a little bit older than me, so I must be getting older too! lol I hope he has a great revenue stream and can retire without worrying financially. That’s what the goat of climbing deserves.

[@mtbfree]

They don't make that much money from comps anyway, so all of these climbers need other revenue streams to compete for any length of time. Most of their money is from sponsorships... Adam's value to his sponsors has almost nothing to do with comps anymore, so I bet his income will hardly change at all after "retiring." His KZbin videos probably make him way more!

[@briseboy]

Most people, on the other hand, are growing toward babyhood. Too bad you've missed out.

[@uncommonsimon5775]

So glad I still got to see you ! Also come to Vertigo while you're here :D And good luck with all future projects and hopefully comps 💪

[@BecauseVikingsCan]

jeesh man, I'm sure we all hope to see you again at the cups someday. You're the GOAT

[@briseboy]

Fortunatelt not the SHEEP. Or the HAGFISH.

[@vonbesslingenmisstakeout3069]

Thanks for this wonderful video, Adam and team! It's seems like one of the most beautiful ways to say goodbye to comp climbing. It was such a joy for me to watch it! Of course, Adam, you are known for your impressive climbing. But, what I enjoyed almost a tony bit more was to see you express your joy in such an explosive, honest und direct way ...like in this video, and on top of this your fairness and appreciation of the other climbers. It is inspiring and something important to hold on to. Thank you for this. And, as always thanks to your awesome team and great storytelling. I wasn't sure whether to laugh or cry after watching the video. 😂 I did both.

[@AdamOndra]

I want to compete and be more focused on the lead climbing (including comps) and maybe I'll show up at some bouldering competition in the future as well :-))

[@MarkS-fc7ls]

I have loved watching you in competitions Adam. I took a break from climbing but I watch every one of your videos and when you’re entered in a competition I tune in every time. I’m sorry to hear you may retire from competition climbing, but you’ve got to do what you feel is right for you. Regardless, I look forward to watching you outdoors. Good luck with your shoulder injury. You’re the GOAT!

[@nolanarcher5123]

Thanks so much for including so many details. The isolation behind-the-scenes and the temptation to spend too much energy and skin were rich additions. Props for recognizing your long-term limits and looking after that shoulder. To overcome your world-leading competitive drive and close a door must have taken more strength than many possess. All of our respect is due

[@KIVagant]

Screw jumps! Let's climb big walls!

[@Voidload]

I really enjoyed watching you live representing our country! That boulder 4 and you on it... something else man. I think that is precisely why I admire you so much because you can figure out some crazy technical stuff. Just like you did some crazy beta on olympic rope as well. Thanks for competing and I am excited to see your videos on the rock!

[@maxmelser35]

You're a legend Adam and the reason I follow climbing! Look forward to seeing what you do in the future

[@dominikrebej1260]

Už sa teším na videá na skale 😁

[@3DiFilms]

Well done Adam, you've had an incredible run and will continue to shock and awe on real rock and boulders I'm sure. Congrats on all your success you've earned it and deserve it!

[@riccokane]

Thank you so much for all the inspiration and passion and love of climbing that oozes from every fiber of your being. You have made so many lives so much richer and you will continue to do so for years to come. The end of one chapter marks the beginning of another and I can’t wait to see what fruits you will bear in the future!! ❤❤

[@ludf.1518]

Very wise man. I started and followed climbing comps for years (was there in Briançon 2020) with your smile and videos. The best for lead comps and outdoors 9c 😊

[@nathanheston]

What a spectacular athlete. I hope his genuine and humble attitude get emulated by the youth looking up to him. @AdamOndra you rock! Come climb in Africa someday!

[@yar7175]

Best whishes and good rehabilitation, Adam! You already became an climbing idol for us all, so you can retire in time and do your way. We all are getting older, so its nothing bad to stop compete in time. Be the outstanding part of climbing comunity, its many years an many routes ahead.

[@marti1923]

F*cking love you man ! Thanks for everything. Congrats on your amazing carrier so far and keep inspiring us and making us dream on the rock

[@wunderlichdrive]

Adam, you have been the most inspiring climber and you are a legend! I hope we can still see you in further competitions and in non-competitive media.

[@leonardcourapied2732]

You almost made me cry on the last seconds of video ! That was such a pleasure to see you compete all these years, and I look forward on seeing tou going places on the rock 🎉🎉

[@unclepasha2718]

The decision to stop competing is the right one. There are so many routes that you still haven't climbed! B.I.G., DNA, Perfecto Mundo, Bibliography, Burden of Dreams...

[@fly_goku]

Adam you’re Wizard!! So strong!🧙🏻‍♂️its absolute joy to watch you climb! :)

[@much0passi0n]

Adam! Huge fan from México! We love you brother! You are the best as climber and as a human!

[@10fingers1elbow]

You're awesome. Even if you retire from comps tomorrow, you're gonna be legendary forever man. There won't be other like you, and you already know this. Go for that outdoor rocks!!

[@marchikt_7990]

Great show, seeing it live was amazing. I wish you a lot of success on rock projects in the future.

[@adamtravan3946]

Not only are you on the Mount Rushmore of climbing as one of the greatest to climb, you have also been one of the engine of growth in the sport. You’re KZbin content really opened up the whole climbing yt content scene just adding thousands of people to the sport.

[@Mrodization]

So nice climbing you made, so pleasant to see (I didn't seen others climbers yet). I understand your choice to stop worlds to prevent injuries, wise choice. Take Care bro

[@Santiluang]

Very inspiring Adam, both in the level of which you can compete and your positive mindset! Even if you will not compete against the young dudes in the future, I think we all look forward to seeing you continue the psyche and climb on!

[@as3fawf]

It really takes a great person for such a decision and to me it feels like he's doing the right thing for himself. No use in abusing yourself chasing glory that's gone (because we all can't escape aging). I'm really looking forward to hearing from Adam because i'm sure he will be doing some great stuff again!

[@Jonne337]

I`m happy to see you on rock again soon. You are a big inspiration for me for rock climbing. I wish I could meet you once in real life!

[@WowJobs108]

Thanks for all, so inspiring! What's it gonna be now? Big or DNA, huh? 😎

[@AdamOndra]

Both!

[@kwongshuchung]

​@@AdamOndra can't wait to see you work on DNA🤯

[@WowJobs108]

​@@AdamOndra That would be great! 2025 Big 2026 DNA 2027 Rest year 😂 2028 Gold medal Lead LA

[@Climbing3D]

​@@AdamOndra That's the THING! Plastics comes and goes quickly, rocks once sent it stands for ever. On other hand comp problems cannot be the hardest, must be doable in 6 mis. Rocks gives real challenge for the hardest sent after moths of dedication and often specific training which is automatically inadequate for overall training for plastic comps. Real rock makes the history and pushes limits up. I am so happy with the (expected by me since long time) decision. Thanks Adam for all inspirations.

[@HourRomanticist]

​@@kwongshuchungI really want his opinion on all those tufas. It seems to not be so far from his style. At least it's not littered with pockets lol

[@mikele-rp6jg]

@AdamOndra Dear Adam. You were the first youtuber - climber that I started to watch. Your videos are very intersting and I know that you will make more climbing content. I hope to see you on next World Cup. But it is your opinion, so only you can choose. I hope that you will make more interesting videos.

[@Davidsc0000]

would be cool to take us on your journey to recovery with your shoulder issue. always nice to get some information and I feel like a lot of people can profit from that and your experience. Thanks for beeing an idol to so many climbers. You formed an entire generation.

[@johnnyd.j.6068]

kind of poetic for the first boulder of ondra's last boulder WC finals to represent the transition to the modern style and new generation

[@thecat3309]

You are a legend and beloved by the climbing community!

[@AlternativeLiving]

Adam we want you so much on bouldering and on lead! Heal well get stronger and hit that wall for us!

[@Ysbeer11]

you know, many years ago a brother of mine started climbing and i saw a video of this kid climbing a hard route versus another very famous climber and this kid was near insufferable to watch but im so happy he grew into a guy that we all appreciate as a sportsman and adventurer! well done adam, and thanks for taking the sport one level up

[@codywaddington1102]

Been a big fan for years! Massive inspiration 🙏

[@sixaxis222]

What failure at the olympics? Don't say that, you were there, most of us will never achieve such thing, well done!

[@Namgyal]

Exactly! Just to see him qualify for the Olympics again was amazing. We all know he would have been the favorite if lead climbing was an Olympic event in his prime.

[@Dorkkyy95]

We. Love. You. Adam. Go take care of your body ❤️ you've entertained enough.

[@keith8147]

you're such an inspiration to me and everybody else, you'll be a legend forever

[@KaiMaiBrei]

What a Legend❤

[@christianspangler]

We love ya so much Adam. We support it no matter which way you go!!

[@christophercook9745]

Adam you are an inspiration to all. and such a cool guy

[@tatau178]

really emotional

[@krzaczek4485]

I'm quite new in climbing community, my last 3 months of life. I really enjoy watching you vidoes and learning new techniques and just climbing. I love your personality, you are always smiling and happy, nice to other people, you are just yourself. Thanks for this knowledge and cenveying paassion for everyone including me. You are my idol and hope you will pass the next one 9c and show everyone that you are too old but only for bouldering, not for world-class climging. For me you are the best anyway and i'm waiting for next video. One of my dreams is to meet with you, hope it will happen. You are a climbing legend :D

[@AdamOndra]

Thank you. Keep crushing!

[@nilsp9426]

A great competition is when not only the winner is happy, but most of the competitors! I really enjoyed watching, especially because the routesetting was a bit wild.

[@AdamOndra]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@geniusgecko-project-management]

I'm a little bit happy, a little bit said. Great video :)

[@IgorLjevak]

Love this kind of content, and when you walk us through the comp area 😊

[@AdamOndra]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@jacobeizenga2138]

You're the best climber ever and that's never gonna change!!

[@audetetvincit]

Adam - we can’t wait to see what you bring to lead climbing on ROCK. And especially I’m stoked for you to try DNA!! That will be sick!!

[@FlashEscalade]

Thanks for the inspiration. I am excited to see your rock climbing achievements

[@maroonfn9437]

Adam is hell yeah man

[@Jagknorr]

Yeah the shoulder moves, splits or insane drop knees that the comps require is borderline torture sometimes. And thats not even mentioning the fingers 😂. Everyone wants to see you succeed, take it to the rock! 😊👍

[@youtubesucks1885]

WOW Dohyun Lee sees you as his idol! I teared up a little

[@Amatsuichi]

nature is calling you back to rocks... you are one of those who still CAN put up routes like Silence, these will forever carry your name and your legacy

[@ungabunga9135]

Awesome work man, great video and good competition!

[@billynorbu7603]

Adam, you are the best, ever!

[@renanbardinho]

Come to Brazil next year!!! Very first IFSC Boulder cup hosted in Brazil! Will be amazing to have you here

[@musicvibes5630]

This man it's a pure legend!!!!

[@janverner7554]

👊

[@FullSpectrumClimbing]

Noooo! One of the most fun climbers to watch!

[@AdamOndra]

There will always be something to watch here, believe me!

[@FullSpectrumClimbing]

@@AdamOndra awesome and cant' wait!

[@martinadrlikova7229]

Pokud bude mít Adam více času na skály, tak se asi dočkáme spousty nezopakovatelných cest.

[@andreacugnolio]

This is the end of an era and I'm happy to have witnessed it

[@Answer404]

Thank you for this! This is really inspiring! I hope in the future we will see separation on dyno bouldering and bouldering classic this will be win for everyone: climbing sport and climbers achievements! P.S. I would like to see the interview with the routesetter of this dyno boulder problem)) No pressure, but then they find this out)

[@chelfyn]

That last top in front of your home crowd! Surely the best possible end. You look happier on rock anyway.

[@takeiteasy8847]

You still got it man, you definitely do. Making finals alone is proof of that not to mention your performance at the Olympic games. 31 is by no means old. But, not that you would need the validation of some random commenter, you should do what fires you up and we the audience will always be lucky to share that regardless.

[@pbandjosh]

The qualis setting looked like bouldering and I got excited. Then saw the finals and was like, nope WC bouldering is still a joke, 3/4 problems are party tricks. He should of course climb what inspires him but no one will care, down the road, if Adam has a couple more WC results or not, it will be what he's done on rock that he's remembered for. Hopefully he'll go do some more now.