Cory Richards

Mount Everest and the Himalayan mountain range covered in snow, seen from above.

Can this duo blaze the first new route up Everest in 10 years?

Sports

Two climbers are hoping to chart a new course up Everest with no oxygen, ropes or guides. If they make it, it’ll be the first new route to the summer in 10 years.

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