Nepali Teen Aims for All 14 Eight-Thousanders

Nima Rinji Sherpa, an 18-year-old Nepali mountaineer, is on the verge of becoming the youngest climber to conquer all 14 peaks over 8,000 meters, with only one summit left, Shishapangma in Tibet. Sherpa, who has already summited 13 of these formidable mountains, began his climbing journey just two years ago, despite initially preferring football and photography. In a parallel story, 16-year-old Alkut Dilxat from China recently made headlines as the youngest climber to reach the summit of Mount Everest, overcoming significant challenges such as high-altitude stress and harsh weather conditions. Both young climbers embody the spirit of determination and resilience in mountaineering, aiming to inspire future generations. Sherpa's family is deeply rooted in the mountaineering industry, while Alkut's achievements reflect a growing recognition of young climbers on the global stage.