SECOND of seven summits: George Atkinson, 13, of Manor Drive, Surbiton, Surrey stands proudly on Mount Elbrus, more than 2,000 ft higher than the top of Mount Blanc, the highest mountain in Europe. On Elbrus he was accompanied by his father Mark, 48, who failed 300ft below the top due to altitude sickness.George aims to conquer the world's seven highest summits before the age of 21. The record is currently held by British climber Jake Meyer who climbed all seven by the age of 21.
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