Hold onto your hiking boots, adventurers! Kami Rita Sherpa, a 54-year-old climber from Nepal, just smashed his own world record by summiting Mount Qomolangma (commonly known as Everest) for the 30th time this week. 🌏✨
Dubbed the 'Snow Leopard of the Himalayas,' Sherpa first conquered the 8,849-meter peak in 1994 and has returned nearly every year since. His latest climb, confirmed by expedition organizers, cements his legacy as the undisputed king of high-altitude endurance. ️❄️
🔍 Why it matters: Sherpa's feat isn't just about personal glory—it highlights the critical role of Nepali climbers in global mountaineering. While tourists pay big bucks to chase Everest dreams, Sherpas like Kami Rita handle route-fixing, gear logistics, and life-saving decisions. 💼🧗♂️
📈 By the numbers: Over 6,500 people have summited Qomolangma since 1953, but only a handful have done it more than 15 times. At 30 ascents, Kami Rita now laps even his closest competitors. Talk about setting the bar high! 🏆
Next up? The humble hero told AFP he'll keep climbing 'as long as his body allows.' Here's to pushing boundaries—one ice axe at a time. 🙌
