Nepali climber Tenzing David Sherpa completes triple crown in under five days

Summary

Nepali climber Tenzing David Sherpa completed the rare Triple Crown by summiting Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse in under five days during the same season.

Key Points
  • Tenzing David Sherpa summited Nuptse on May 17, Everest on May 20, and Lhotse on May 21 in the same season.
  • He completed the rare Triple Crown by summiting Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse in under five days.
  • The achievement places him among a few climbers worldwide to complete the Triple Crown in a single season.
  • Tenzing David Sherpa took over rope-fixing responsibilities on Nuptse at short notice to lead clients safely across all three peaks.
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