Nepali Sherpa Holds Record for Most Mount Everest Summits
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British mountaineer Kenton Cool has set a new record for the most Mount Everest summits by a non-Nepali after reaching the top of the mountain for the 17th time. Mountaineering tourism is a significant revenue driver for Nepal, but concerns about overcrowding and safety risks have led to increased regulation of the industry. One guide has stopped taking clients to the mountain due to concerns about inexperienced climbers and guides.
- UK climber sets record for most Mount Everest summits by a non-Nepali CNN
- World record for most Mount Everest summits belongs to Kami Rita Sherpa WLS-TV
- Nepal Sherpa guide sets record for most climbs of Mount Everest with 27 Fox News
- Sherpa breaks record with 27th Mount Everest summit CNN
- ‘Very strong’ Nepali sherpa sets Everest record with 27th ascent NBC News
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