Thursday, April 18, 2024
Lhotse

Lhotse Update – Jon Gupta, Rebecca Ferry and Kenton Cool complete double

Madison Mountaineering have congratulated several members of their team for completing the Everest / Lhotse double.

Within around 30 hours of standing on the top of Everest six of their team have also claimed the scalp of Lhotse.

“Big congratulations to Kenton Cool, Dorjee Gelgen Sherpa, Jon Gupta, Rebecca Ferry, Chhetan Dojree Sherpa, and Lakpa Wongchu Sherpa for successfully and safely completing the combination climb of both Everest and Lhotse.

“Absolutely perfect weather for both summits for these strong climbers!

“Amazing job by the entire team. Everyone is safely down to Camp 2 in the Western Cwm and resting up for the final descent to base camp tomorrow.”