# Israeli Climber Yonatan Katz Wins Gold

> Israeli climber Yonatan Katz claims World Climbing Series gold in Salt Lake City after overcoming tough competition.
- Title: Israeli Climber Yonatan Katz Wins Gold · Gripped Magazine
- Summary: Israeli climber Yonatan Katz claims World Climbing Series gold in Salt Lake City after overcoming tough competition. Israeli climber Yonatan Katz won gold at…
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- Source: Gripped Magazine — https://gripped.com/news/israeli-climber-yonatan-katz-wins-gold-in-usa
- Author: gripped
- Published: 2026-10-17T23:41:20+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: yonatan katz, world climbing series, salt lake city, max milne, rein kawamata, boulder climbing
## Yonatan Katz Wins Gold
Israeli climber Yonatan Katz claimed gold in Salt Lake City after topping the men’s final on the last boulder.
## Katz Topped Final Boulder
Katz reached the zone on his fourth attempt for 69.7 points, securing victory over Great Britain’s Max Milne.
## Katz’s Victory Strategy
Katz focused on a specific swing move he practiced for one or two years to secure the final boulder.
## Katz’s Post-Victory Statement
Katz said he was preparing for his last ever final and wanted to enjoy the competition fully.
## Key takeaway

Israeli climber Yonatan Katz won gold at the World Climbing Series in Salt Lake City, securing victory over Great Britain's Max Milne and Japan's Rei Kawamata.