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HBO Max debuts new doc about champion rock climber from Alexandria

Mimi Montgomery

A woman climbs a rock face. — World champion rock climber and DMV native Sasha DiGiulian. Photo: Red Bull Content Pool

A new documentary out this week follows the career of world-champion rock climber and DMV native Sasha DiGiulian.

Why it matters: DiGiulian is a record-breaking athlete, writer, and speaker who got her start climbing at age 6 while growing up in Alexandria.

The big picture: "Here to Climb" is a look at DiGiulian's journey as a female athlete in the male-dominated world of rock climbing, and how she rebounded from multiple hip surgeries that threatened to end her career.

What they're saying: "I hope it inspires more young women and girls — and really anyone — who identifies with my story," the now Colorado-based DiGiulian told 5280 magazine of the documentary. "It's about embracing who you are and unapologetically pursuing your own path."

Zoom in: The documentary premieres tomorrow at 9pm on HBO Max.

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