Two Sherpa Climbers Set New Summit Records on Everest

Kami Rita Sherpa, 48, who is attempting a world record by climbing Mount Everest for the 22nd time this season, poses for a picture at Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu, Nepal March 26, 2018. REUTERS/Navesh Chitrakar

KATHMANDU—A Nepali mountaineer climbed Mount Everest on Wednesday for a 22nd time while a female climber made it to the top for the ninth time, each setting a new record on the world’s highest mountain, officials said.

Ang Kami Sherpa’s 22nd ascent to the summit created a new record for the most visits to the peak of Everest.