A strong team of five Vladswim swimmers competed in the pool and ocean at the World Masters Games in Auckland from 21-30 April 2017. Detailed results below: Angela Chau 50 Free – 3rd 200 Free – 3rd 50 Fly – 3rd 4×50 Women’s Medley relay – 2nd 4×50 Women’s Freestyle relay – 2nd & PB…
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This year’s Rottnest swim again surprised participants with unpredictable surf conditions and a strong current. Two days before the event, the swimmers were relaxed and happy with a weather forecast of light winds, a high air temperature of around 40°C and a small swell – perfect conditions for an enjoyable and safe 20km open water…
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The swim of the month is the Cook Strait swim completed by Marty Filipowski . On 23rd of February, Marty successfully crossed between the South and North Island of New Zealand. He is the first Vladswim swimmer and 100th ever swimmer to complete this swim. Near perfect conditions allowed Marty to finish in 9 hours…
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Catalina night swim in California, USA. In September Peter and Martin travelled to California for the 35km swim from Island Catalina to LA. Coach Martin paddled and supported Peter all the way to the main land. Peter’s fantastic time of 10hour and 6min is a reflection of his great preparation. Congratulations Peter!
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Congratulations go to: Dean Summers, Rachael Elkaim, Michael Hanisch and Marty Filipowski The Triple Crown swimmers must complete three challenging swims: the English Channel, the Catalina swim and the Manhattan Island swim. Dean, Rachael and Michael completed two swims in one season. Their first swim was the Catalina Channel and then only a month later…
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