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Weather Halts Honnold's Taipei 101 Free Solo
24 Jan
Summary
- Alex Honnold's Taipei 101 climb postponed due to weather.
- The event was rescheduled for Saturday night, January 24, 2026.
- Honnold previously free-soloed El Capitan in 2017.
The planned free solo climb of Taipei 101 by renowned climber Alex Honnold has been postponed due to weather concerns. Netflix announced the delay for the live event, which was originally slated to air on Friday night in the United States. Safety remains the top priority, leading to the decision to reschedule.
The event has been pushed back by 24 hours and is now scheduled to commence on Saturday night, January 24, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET. This postponement ensures optimal conditions for Honnold's safety as he attempts to free solo the 1,667-foot Taipei 101, once the world's tallest building.
Honnold, 40, is celebrated for his historic 2017 achievement of becoming the first person to complete a 'free solo' climb of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. His groundbreaking ascent, documented in the 2018 film 'Free Solo,' showcased his skill in climbing without ropes or safety equipment, relying only on his physical abilities and chalk.
