Slovenian Climber Janja Garnbret Wins 50th World Cup Gold

Janja Garnbret stood atop the podium in Innsbruck this week, celebrating a milestone that cements her place as one of climbing's greatest athletes ever. The two-time Olympic champion claimed her 50th gold medal at World Cup level, a feat nearly 10 years in the making.

The 27-year-old Slovenian first won senior gold in Chamonix on July 12, 2016. Since then, she's been unstoppable, collecting 32 Lead climbing golds and 18 Boulder titles.

"It feels absolutely incredible!" Garnbret said after her historic win. "I have to be honest, the 50th win was in the back of my mind for quite some time, but I was trying to play it cool, not think about it too much."

The victory felt right at home for Garnbret, who has a special connection to the Austrian venue. "Today I was feeling like it was my day, I felt super good, and Innsbruck brings the best out of me," she shared.

Her trophy case extends far beyond World Cup medals. Garnbret has also won 10 Climbing World Championship titles across Lead and Boulder disciplines, with her most recent victory at the Seoul 2025 championships.

Why This Inspires

What makes Garnbret's achievement remarkable isn't just the number of wins. It's the consistency and dedication required to stay at the top of a rapidly evolving sport for nearly a decade. She's inspired countless young climbers, especially women, to pursue competitive climbing at the highest levels.

Her humility shines through despite the records. "Fifty is crazy! I'm immensely grateful for all the love and support that I get," she said, acknowledging the community that's supported her journey.

Garnbret isn't resting on her achievements either. She mentioned that conquering Bibliographie, one of climbing's most difficult routes, was her biggest seasonal goal alongside the 50th gold. Now with both accomplished, she's already looking forward.

"I will set some new goals soon," she hinted, suggesting her competitive fire burns as bright as ever.

The climbing world watches eagerly to see what records this extraordinary athlete will shatter next.