I know it's a bit anoraky but it would be good to get some clarification on this. The first two pitches are only 5.6 and 5.9. It's pitches 3-5 which are 5.13+ and absolutely nails.
In short, he grabbed a quickdraw on the first 13b pitch to avoid a big fall. Lowered off and did it next go. He also pulled on the first draw of the second hard pitch to chalk and inspect some holds.
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