Sean Bailey scores Dave Graham's Route Coup de Grâce in Val Bavona

Shortly before the first World Cup of the season, the American Sean Bailey manages the ascent of the 9a route Coup de Grâce in Val Bavona, Ticino.

The ascent of the route Coup de Grâce Sean comments succinctly: “All time dream line.” The fact that the route is a dream route for many athletes confirms their popularity. A few weeks ago the route was already inspected by the Italian Marco Zanone in the headlines (LACRUX reported).

First arrived by Dave Graham

The route was made by Sean's compatriot Dave Graham First arrived fourteen years ago and is considered one of the most beautiful granite routes in this level of difficulty. In August, 2017 also visited Alex Megos by Val Bavona and made short work.

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Credits: picture Keenan Takahashi

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