Anak Verhoeven Completes First Female 5.15a First Ascent
On September 11, 2017, Anak Verhoeven, a 21 year old pro climber from Belgium, completed the first ascent of Sweet Neuf, a linkup at Pierrot Beach at Vercors, France. She graded the line 9a+/5.15a. If confirmed, Verhoeven is the first female to complete a 5.15a first ascent.The route combines Sang ...