The 2009 IFSC Climbing World Championships, the 10th edition, were held in Xining, Qinghai, China from 30 June to 5 July 2009.

[5] 52 athletes competed in the men's speed climbing event.

[6] 34 athletes competed in the women's speed climbing event.

[7] 36 athletes competed in the men's speed climbing event.

[8] 23 athletes competed in the women's speed climbing event.