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MNN Global · January 24, 2026 · 1 min read

Alex Honnold delays Taipei 101 climb due to rain

What happened: Climber Alex Honnold postponed his attempt to scale Taipei 101, one of the world's tallest buildings, because of rainy weather.

Why it matters:

  • Weather conditions can impact high-risk climbing activities and safety.
  • The delay affects viewers anticipating the Netflix-streamed event.

MNN Take: Climbers must prioritise safety, especially on challenging skyscraper ascents, and weather can cause unavoidable delays in such events.

Sources: BBC News (Breaking)