He is the Colombian who broke the Guinness record by climbing 223 stairs in 8 minutes in Commune 13 of Medellín

According to his official website, Zapata began his career in the world of BMX at the age of 9achieving numerous titles both nationally and internationally until 1995.

Later, he stood out as the main promoter and precursor of biketrial in Colombia, a sport that requires technical skills to overcome obstacles on a bicycle. without touching the ground.

This Saturday, April 27, the athlete ascended 223 steps in 8 minutes and 14 secondssurrounded by the effusive admiration of the local inhabitants.

​”It was difficult because it had its degree of difficulty, but despite the heat and (having) so many people on top of me, “I was able to achieve the goal”he told the EFE Agency.
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Likewise, he stressed that his age has not been an impediment to continue challenging himself, “I am always inventing crazy things at 51 years old.”
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​The event, which took place in the colorful surroundings of Medellín's Comuna 13, had as its landscape the vibrant graffiti that adorns the steep streets of this part of the city.

Zapata, without a doubt, has marked his name in the history of sports. With five official Guinness records, has conquered challenges around the world, from the stairs of Jin Mao Tower in Shanghai to iconic buildings in Colombia.

Children and adults who live in the area came out to enthusiastically cheer for Javier Zapata with songs of support while facing the challenge. Faced with such a scenario, the athlete stated that he felt happy:

“It was like I dreamed because in all my previous challenges, which I have done climbing buildings, I could not have the company of the public,” he explained.​