“When you get to the summit and you push the watch, first you try to breath a little bit and get some oxygen in your lungs. When I saw this time I was like, 'Ah, that's not possible.' Yeah...that was a good moment.”
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Ueli Steck
Ueli Steck was a Swiss mountaineer known for his rapid ascents and extreme sports. Born on October 4, 1976, he tragically passed away on April 30, 2017. Steck is renowned for his exceptional achievements in the Himalayas, including numerous oxygen-free ascents and speed records. more
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