American climber Brooke Raboutou, has made the third ascent - the first by a female - of Excalibur (F9b+) pushing female sport climbing within a grade of men's top standard of F9c.
https://www.climber.co.uk/news/brooke-raboutou-gets-third-ascent-of-excalibur-f9b/
A lifer reflects on risks taken (and fates avoided) thanks to the unexpected friendships forged along the way.
https://www.climbing.com/people/avoiding-tragedy-while-climbing/
