Sarina Ghaffari, the talented Iranian sport climber, delivered a stellar performance at the IFSC Climbing Asian Cup in Almaty, Kazakhstan (August 29–31, 2025), earning the silver medal in the women’s lead discipline and proudly elevating Iran’s position among Asia’s climbing elite.
A Journey from Qualifiers to Final Glory
In the preliminary round of the lead event, Ghaffari demonstrated impressive prowess, securing third place and advancing to the final. The climbers in the final represented a strong field from Iran, Japan, Kazakhstan, and Hong Kong. In a closely contested battle, Ghaffari stood in the second position behind a Japanese athlete, clinching the silver medal. The bronze went to another competitor from Japan.
Asian Cup Context & Official Confirmation
The 2025 IFSC Climbing Asian Cup took place in Almaty, featuring lead and speed disciplines. In the women’s lead category of this event, the gold medal was awarded to Natsumi Hirano of Japan, while Sarina Ghaffari took silver, and Sana Ogura—also from Japan—claimed bronze. This confirms the accuracy of Ghaffari’s podium finish, aligning with official IFSC records.
Spotlight on Sarina Ghaffari
Sarina Ghaffari (Tehran), aged 19, has been active on the international climbing scene since 2023. Her ascent to the silver medal at the 2025 Asian Cup marks a significant highlight in her budding career. Her achievement not only brings pride to Iranian climbing but also signals a promising future on the continental and global stage.
From: mashregh