Amieyra Khoslla makes history at IFSC World Youth Climbing Championships 2026, clocking India's fastest youth ever at 7.60 seconds
Arco, July 28
Amieyra Khoslla, India's 15-year-old speed climbing sensation, scripted history at the IFSC World Youth Climbing Championships 2026 in Arco, Italy, by clocking a remarkable 7.60 seconds, finishing an outstanding 6th in the world and setting a new Indian National Youth Record in Speed Climbing.
Earlier in the qualification round, she had already broken her personal best with a timing of 7.74 seconds, before bettering it once again in the finals with 7.60 seconds, improving her personal best twice in a single championship, according to a release.
Competing against the world's best young speed climbers, her performance is one of the finest ever by an Indian at the World Youth Championships and marks another significant milestone for Indian sport climbing on the global stage.
Coach Albert Ok, an internationally renowned Olympic speed climbing coach who has coached world record holders and elite international athletes, commented, "Amieyra has made truly world-class progress in just a matter of weeks. To see a 15-year-old athlete improve so rapidly and perform on the world stage is a testament to her exceptional talent, discipline, and determination. With continued international-level coaching, structured training, and the right support system, I have no doubt that she has the potential to reach the very highest levels of world competition. More importantly, she can become a trailblazer who inspires and paves the way for the next generation of Indian speed climbers."
Her personal Speed Climbing Coach, Abhishek Mehta, said, "Over the last four years, I have dedicated every week, every training session, and all my experience to unlocking Amieyra's true potential. Watching her represent India at the World Youth Championships in Arco, Italy, and clock an outstanding 7.60 seconds is a proud moment--not just because of the result, but because it reflects years of relentless hard work, trust, and commitment."
"This performance is not our destination; it's our starting point. I firmly believe Amieyra has the talent, mindset, and determination to become one of India's greatest speed climbers. We are not chasing participation--we are chasing history. Together, we will continue to push beyond our limits, break national records, and prove that Indian speed climbing can compete with the very best in the world. The journey has only just begun."
The Indian contingent was represented by Amieyra Khoslla, Shlok Dadukar, Neil Warke and Rudra Karandikar against the world's best young climbers, demonstrating that Indian athletes have the talent to compete at the highest level.
Commenting on her achievement, Amieyra Khoslla said, "Representing India at the World Youth Climbing Championships has been one of the proudest moments of my life. Setting a new Indian National Youth Record and finishing sixth in the world is a dream come true. I am grateful for this achievement, but it also inspires me to work harder, as I believe my best performances are still ahead of me. Improving my personal best twice at the World Championships has given me the confidence that I can compete with the very best in the world."
Amieyra added, "I am deeply grateful to Coach Albert for his guidance and belief in me, and to Coach Abhishek for his unwavering support throughout my journey. I also thank my parents, teammates and everyone who has stood by me. This experience has inspired me to aim higher, and I hope my performance encourages more young Indians to take up sport climbing while driving greater recognition and support for the sport."
A gifted all-round athlete, Amieyra is also one of India's promising young sprinters. She won the Silver Medal in the 100 metres at the SGFI National School Games 2024, finished 5th at the Junior National Athletics Championships 2025 in the 60 metres with a timing of 7.76 seconds, has a 100 metres personal best of 12.57 seconds recorded at the National School Games 2025, and has been the Delhi State Champion in the 60 metres for three consecutive years (2024, 2025 and 2026).
— ANI
Reader Comments
Tremendous achievement! But I hope the sports federations in India take note - we need proper infrastructure and coaching for climbing. It's great she has an international coach, but how many others like her don't get this support? Let's use this momentum to build climbing walls in schools across Delhi and other cities.
She's also a sprinter! Silver at National School Games in 100m and now this climbing record. True all-round athlete material. India's sport future looks bright with kids like Amieyra. Both coaches Albert and Abhishek deserve credit for bringing out this potential. Just imagine what she can do in the next Olympics!
As someone who follows climbing, this is monumental. India hasn't traditionally been strong in speed climbing, so a 6th place finish and national record at a World Youth Championship is no small feat. Her timing of 7.60 seconds is close to senior national records. Keep climbing higher, Amieyra! 🧗♀️
Wonderful achievement! But I'm also happy to see Indian coaches like Abhishek Mehta being acknowledged. He's been with her for 4 years - that's real dedication. We often focus only on the athletes, but the support system matters too. The fact that she improved her personal best TWICE in one championship shows the quality of coaching she's receiving.
This is so inspiring for young Indian girls! My daughter is 12 and loves climbing at our local gym. Seeing someone like Amieyra from India competing globally gives her dreams. More power to you, Amieyra
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