Karnataka Excels at Den Den Sea Swimming Championship, Winning 51 Medals
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Synopsis
Karnataka's swimmers triumphed at the Den Den Sea Swimming Championship, clinching 51 medals, including 17 golds. The event showcased their dominance in open-water categories and highlighted the importance of sea safety.
Key Takeaways
- Karnataka won a total of 51 medals.
- They achieved 17 gold, 18 silver, and 17 bronze medals.
- The championship featured over 200 swimmers from nine states.
- Karnataka swept all medals in the 250m and 500m events.
- Support from the Indian Coast Guard emphasized water safety.
Mangaluru, Jan 27 (NationPress) Swimmers from Karnataka made a significant impact at the second edition of the Den Den Sea Swimming Championship, achieving an impressive total of 51 medals, which included 17 gold, 18 silver, and 17 bronze.
The state's impressive performance was showcased as they dominated various categories in the open-water event held at the beautiful Mangalore Surf Club beach. The championship, organized by the Mangalore Surf Club, attracted over 200 competitors from nine states participating in five different categories.
Karnataka's supremacy was especially clear in the 250m and 500m races, where they claimed all 12 medals across both men's and women's divisions. Additionally, they secured 19 medals in the 1.5km category, 15 medals in the 3km category, and 5 medals in the newly added 6km category.
While Karnataka achieved the majority of the medals, other states also performed well. Tamil Nadu swimmers brought home four medals, while Maharashtra and Goa each secured three medals, and Gujarat, West Bengal, and Delhi contributed with one or two medals each.
Chirag Shambu, President of the Mangalore Surf Club, shared his excitement about the event: "We are delighted with the success of the second edition of the Den Den Sea Swimming Championship. The competition was intense, and we extend our sincere congratulations to all the victors. We appreciate our sponsors' support and look forward to an even larger event next year."
Rishabhraj Shetty, Contest Director for Den Den Swim 2.0, stated, "This year's event was an exhilarating experience for everyone. The weather and water conditions were ideal, and the absence of jellyfish incidents allowed for a smooth competition. The athletes enjoyed themselves, and we are already planning for next year."
The Den Den Sea Swim continues to expand, drawing swimmers from across India, and serves as a vital event for raising awareness about sea safety. Supported by the Indian Coast Guard, the championship plays an essential role in promoting water safety.
The event received significant backing from the Indian Coast Guard as Safety Partners. The championship also benefited from the support of the Open Water Swimmers Foundation and local fishing boats, which provided safety measures during the event.
