Kazakh Climber Vassiliy Pivtsov Conquers Broad Peak

Astana, The Gulf Observer: Renowned Kazakh climber Vassiliy Pivtsov has successfully summited Broad Peak, the world’s twelfth highest mountain, standing at an elevation of 8,047 meters. The peak, located on the border of China and Pakistan, marks another remarkable achievement in Pivtsov’s distinguished mountaineering career, as reported by Kazinform News Agency.

Pivtsov accomplished this feat without the use of supplemental oxygen, a testament to his exceptional skill and endurance. This latest ascent is not his first to such a height; it was part of the Russia-Kazakhstan international expedition, where he led Russian climbers Mikhail Tarassov and Pyotr Shulgin to the summit.

The climb presented significant challenges. At an altitude of 7,000 meters, the team faced a critical shortage of essential supplies, including food, gas, rope, and a burner. However, their expedition was aided by the legendary mountaineer Nirmal Purja, also known as Nims, and his team, who provided much-needed supplies, including a burner and three gas cylinders.

Vassiliy Pivtsov is a celebrated high-altitude mountaineer, recognized as a master of sports of international class and a multiple-time champion of the Republic of Kazakhstan in mountaineering. Between 2001 and 2011, he conquered all 14 of the world’s eight-thousanders, earning him a place as the 26th climber on the Quest-14 list. Notably, Pivtsov became the world’s 11th climber to achieve this feat without using oxygen cylinders, a rare and commendable accomplishment in the world of mountaineering. For his contributions to the sport, he has been honored with the Qurmet Order.

The eight-thousanders are a group of 14 mountains recognized by the International Mountaineering and Climbing Federation (UIAA) as exceeding 8,000 meters in height. These peaks are located across Nepal, China (Tibet Autonomous Region), India, and Pakistan.

In a related achievement, the Kazakh Everest Team, consisting of Anar Burasheva and Maksut Zhumayev, summited Mount Everest in May 2024. Anar Burasheva notably became the first Kazakh woman to climb the world’s highest mountain, which stands at 8,848 meters.

Pivtsov’s latest conquest of Broad Peak further solidifies his legacy as one of Kazakhstan’s most accomplished mountaineers, continuing to inspire climbers both within his country and around the world.