After the exceptional challenge that Anouk Garnier set for herself by climbing to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower using a rope, the Iron Lady has once again been the stage for an incredible feat. On Monday, December 9th, parkour champion Emmanuel Nasshan shared a video from November 20th when he ventured above the second floor of the Eiffel Tower to perform a “slideflip,” or somersault on the edge, as reported by Le Parisien. It was quite a challenge since the 22-year-old athlete was at a height of 130 meters with no safety measures in place.
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A performance combining energy and mindset
Pulling off the most ambitious moves in the most unusual spots is something he knows well. Emmanuel Nasshan has been practicing parkour for seven years and has been a professional for two years. Despite his experience, he notes under the video posted that this is the “ performance that took him the most energy, the most patience, the most mental strength, the most of everything .” In an interview with l’Équipe, he states: “ You really need to be perfectly aligned, body and mind, and stay focused on…” »
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A jump performed without permission
While this “sideflip” is truly an impressive feat, the athlete's performance is definitely going to have consequences. Besides doing this jump without a single safety net, Emmanuel Nasshan made it known asee the authorization for the Eiffel Tower. « In terms of legal repercussions and personal investment, this is the biggest thing. I was risking a lot, and I still am. They will probably take us to court for breaking and entering, or something like that », explains the athlete. Currently, he has not received any summons. « Nothing could stop me. Once we found the jump, scouted the area, and saw that it was possible… We just did it! », he asserts.
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