Ever wondered what it takes to turn a “crazy” dream into Olympic reality? 🤔 For Marco Scolaris, president of the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC), the answer lies in setting goals that others call impossible.
When Eyes Rolled and Laugher Echoed
Back in 2007, Scolaris dared to ask if sport climbing could reach the Olympics by 2028. Critics scoffed, but fast-forward to Tokyo 2020: Climbers scaled walls eight years earlier than he’d imagined. Talk about a plot twist even Netflix would greenlight! 🎬
Paris 2024: The Next Summit
As 68 athletes prepare for climbing’s second Olympic showcase in Paris this August, Scolaris reflects: “How many of these climbers told their friends they’d become Olympians… and actually made it happen?” With the sport’s rapid rise – going from IFSC creation to Olympic debut in just 13 years – the answer might surprise you.
Life Lessons from the Wall
Climbing isn’t just about physical strength. 💪 “You spend your time looking up,” notes Scolaris. It’s the perfect metaphor for chasing big dreams – whether you’re gripping a competition hold or navigating life’s challenges. Next goal? Making climbing as mainstream as your favorite streaming series.
Adapted from Marco Scolaris’ insights for Decision Makers.
