Category: Open Water
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Chicago River Swim Returns This Fall After 98-Year Hiatus | ChicagoNOW | FOX 32 Chicago
For the first time in 98 years, the Chicago River will host an open water swim event this fall. The Chicago River Swim event has been approved by the city after officials denied the permit last year. It will take place on September 21 and feature 500 qualified swimmers. CEO of The Chicago River Swim…
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Swim Across America in Lake Michigan Raises Money to Battle Cancer | CBS Chicago
Hundreds of swimmers hit Lake Michigan on Saturday to make waves against cancer.
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Permits Approved for Chicago River Swim | CBS Chicago
Next month, 500 swimmers will take off on a one- or two-mile swim in open water for the Chicago River Swim. Sara Machi reports.
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Britta Schwengle – A Special Father-Daughter Bond | World Aquatics
Behind every athlete is a story of support and love. For Britta Schwengle, her journey in open water swimming is deeply tied to the unwavering bond with her father.
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Swimmers Prepare for 2025 Swim Across the Sound in Old Saybrook | WTNH News8
The Hartford Healthcare Tide Hustlers held an open water swim practice on in Old Saybrook on Sunday.
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10K Open Water Showdown | Post-Race Recap – World Championships Singapore 2025 | World Aquatics
Relive the drama, the strategy, and the sprint to the finish in both the men’s and women’s 10km open water events at AQUA Singapore 2025?
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World Aquatics Championships: 25 Swimmers Fail to Finish Open Water Race Amid Afternoon Heat | CNA
25 out of 150 swimmers failed to finish their 10km open water races at the World Aquatics Championships held at Sentosa in Singapore. Many described conditions as tough, after both the men’s and women’s events were pushed to start in the hot afternoon. Five more open water events are set to take place over the…
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The Toughest Swim in the World: What It Takes | Global Triathlon Network
The English Channel – 21 miles of cold water, strong currents, and swirling tides. It’s one of the toughest endurance challenges out there. But how hard is it really?
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Man Takes Part in 62-Mile Swim Challenge to End ‘Jaws’ Fear of Sharks | Good Morning America
Endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh wants to undo some of the fear of sharks generated by the 1975 summer blockbuster film.