Alex Honnold Free Solo Taipei 101 Live on Netflix

Alex Honnold, the daring rock climber known for his jaw-dropping free solo feats, is gearing up for another thrilling challenge. This time, he’s taking on Taipei 101, a towering skyscraper in Taiwan standing at a staggering 1,667 feet. And yes, he’ll be climbing without any ropes or safety gear—just his trusty climbing shoes and chalk-covered hands.

You can catch all the heart-pounding action live on Netflix at 8 pm ET, but don’t worry, there’s a 10-second delay just in case. Honnold is aiming to conquer the building’s 101 stories in under two and a half hours, with the most difficult part being the grueling climb up the middle 64 floors. According to Honnold, these floors consist of eight challenging sections, each punctuated by balconies and featuring vertical climbing for eight floors at a time.

If Honnold successfully reaches the pinnacle, it will mark the highest urban free solo climb ever attempted—a truly remarkable achievement. Despite now being a family man, Honnold’s appetite for risk-taking remains undiminished. Surprisingly, he doesn’t have life insurance, but he is reportedly earning a hefty sum in the mid-six figures for this daring climb.

Netflix’s decision to cover Skyscraper Live underscores the streaming giant’s foray into live sports coverage, a move that has paid off handsomely. The company saw an 18% increase in revenue in the last quarter, reaching over $12 billion, and its subscriber base has grown to over 325 million.

So, mark your calendars and tune in to witness the incredible spectacle as Alex Honnold takes on Taipei 101—it’s bound to be an unforgettable experience!