Kenton Cool Breaks Everest Climbing Record
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British mountain guide Kenton Cool has climbed Mount Everest for a record-breaking 19th time, surpassing his own previous record for non-Sherpa climbers. Cool, 51, reached the summit on Sunday, despite past setbacks including avalanche and pandemic cancellations. Only Nepali Sherpa guides have achieved more ascents, with Kami Rita holding the record at 30 climbs.
British mountain guide Kenton Cool has climbed Mount Everest for a record-breaking 19th time, surpassing his own previous record for non-Sherpa climbers. Cool, 51, reached the summit on Sunday, despite past setbacks including avalanche and pandemic cancellations. Only Nepali Sherpa guides have achieved more ascents, with Kami Rita holding the record at 30 climbs.
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