I think the question is too general. Need to talk about actual discharge circuit parameters (C, L, Q, breakdown voltage) to see if there's a possible semiconductor switch replacement for the spark gap.
I guess you don't even know the exact parameters?
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Taking the post #5 circuit parameters as granted for the time being, what's the initial voltage? The charging voltage source needs to be disconnected or supplemented with a series resistor of course.