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Honnold's Climb: Commentary Steals the Show?
28 Jan
Summary
- Alex Honnold completed a nearly 1,700-foot climb up Taipei 101.
- Commentary from Seth Rollins, Elle Duncan, and Emily Harrington was divisive.
- Some viewers enjoyed the commentary, while others found it distracting.
Alex Honnold, the subject of the documentary Free Solo, recently ascended the nearly 1,700-foot Taipei 101 tower for Netflix's Skyscraper Live event. The 91-minute climb, broadcast globally, featured commentary from Elle Duncan, Seth Rollins, and Emily Harrington. Online discussions revealed a sharp division among viewers regarding the commentary.
Many viewers expressed dissatisfaction, describing the commentary as overly talkative or unnecessary for the high-stakes climb. However, some, including the author, found value in the commentary, particularly from former WWE personality Seth Rollins. Rollins' energetic reactions were seen by some as adding to the drama and excitement of Honnold's feat.
Despite criticism about occasional issues with audio balance, the commentary provided a different perspective on the event. The contrasting reactions underscore a broader conversation about how best to present extreme sports and the role of celebrity commentators in such broadcasts.
