Kenton Cool Breaks Everest Record, 20 Ascents
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- Published
- May 24, 2026
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- 1:35
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- Last updated
- May 25, 2026
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Kenton Cool, a British mountain guide, has broken his own record for the most ascents of Mount Everest, reaching the summit for the twentieth time. Despite challenging conditions, including a hanging serac and crowded summit, Cools climb was successful. He reached the top on Friday, setting a new record. The debate on managing the number of climbers conti…
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Kenton Cool, a British mountain guide, has broken his own record for the most ascents of Mount Everest, reaching the summit for the twentieth time. Despite challenging conditions, including a hanging serac and crowded summit, Cools climb was successful. He reached the top on Friday, setting a new record. The debate on managing the number of climbers continues, with some advocating for limiting numbers and others, like Cool, emphasizing the importance of climber experience and knowledge. Support
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