Raha Moharrak is the first Saudi woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest. One mountain led to another, until I set my eyes on Mount Everest and the dream that turned me into an accidental role model was born. JUST WATCHED First Saudi woman climbs Mount Everest Replay More Videos ... MUST WATCH First Saudi woman climbs Mount Everest 01:57In Saudi Arabia, there are not enough opportunities for women to practice sports. Currently, Saudi women face higher levels of obesity than men . I hope to see more of my sister athletes standing on medal podiums, and I cannot wait for the day a Saudi woman wins gold for our country.

Source: CNN August 18, 2016 15:00 UTC