Lenka Poláčková

Lenka Poláčková is a renowned Slovak mountaineer known for her remarkable achievements in high-altitude climbing. Last year, she became the first Slovak woman to summit Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen, and this year she successfully ascended the notoriously dangerous K2, again without the use of supplemental oxygen. Lenka has faced numerous challenges during her expeditions, including extreme weather conditions, technical difficulties, and the emotional toll of witnessing the risks associated with high-altitude climbing, including the deaths of fellow climbers. She advocates for women to set bold goals and defies traditional expectations about women's roles in extreme sports.