No woman had ever completed Stage 1 of the American Ninja Warrior national finals in Las Vegas.
Until last night.
American Ninja Warrior superstar Jessie Graff conquered the first stage of Mt. Midoriyama and frankly, made it look easy. She was the first woman to conquer the Warped Wall at the finals as well.
Here are the highlights:
The course is huge
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The Rolling Log Grip is extra long for the finals
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Hi Sammo!
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No hesitation on the Jumping Spider
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Warped Wall, first try
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All smiles on the final obstacle
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