On October 2, 2023, Pakistani mountaineer Sirbaz Khan made a historic achievement when he summited Cho Oyu, the world’s sixth highest peak, becoming the first Pakistani to summit 13 of the world’s 14 eight-thousanders.
Eight-thousanders are mountains that rise over 8,000 meters (26,247 feet) above sea level. They are considered to be some of the most challenging mountains to climb in the world, due to the thin air and extreme weather conditions at high altitudes.
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Sirbaz Khan achievement is even more remarkable considering that he has summited all 13 eight-thousanders without using supplemental oxygen. This means that he has relied on his own breathing to climb these towering peaks, which is a testament to his incredible fitness and determination.
Sirbaz Khan journey to becoming the first Pakistani to summit all 14 eight-thousanders began in 2018, when he summited K2, the world’s second highest peak. Since then, he has summited 12 other eight-thousanders, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Manaslu, and Broad Peak.
Sirbaz Khan success is an inspiration to climbers all over the world. It shows that anything is possible if you set your mind to it and work hard. It is also a proud moment for Pakistan, as Khan has put the country on the map as a world leader in mountaineering.