Kenya master swimmers impress in concluded Uganda National Championships
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The swimmers stood out in several categories, while some of them recorded new personal bests
Kenya master swimmers made a brilliant impression at the concluded Uganda Swimming Federation National Masters Swimming championship over the weekend.
In the gala that showcased the best of regional talent and sportsmanship in a thrilling array of events, Kenyan swimmers stood out in several categories, while some of them recorded new personal bests.
Among the standout swimmers included: Victoria Mutheu, who clocked 2:15.14 in the women’s 100m freestyle (25-29 category), Jacqueline Macharia, who set a personal best time of 47.90 in the 50m butterfly, and Patricia Waanjama, who finished her 50m backstroke in 22.89 seconds.
Other dominant performances were those of Sylvia Kimani in the 50m freestyle (45.68 seconds), Martin Mungai in the 100m freestyle (1:11.82), and Benson Makokha in the 25m butterfly (16.28 seconds).
"Our swimmers displayed exceptional endurance, speed and skill," Collins Marigiri, who was Team Kenya’s Coordinator, said after the event. "Many of them achieved personal bests, which is a testament to their hard work and dedication. We look forward to continuing this momentum in future events."
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Teams from Uganda - including the Dolphins Masters and Formidables Swim Club - also showcased strong performances, claiming several top finishes while adding depth in relay races.
With the completion of the USF Masters Gala, focus now shifts to the Kiambu Aquatics Masters Swimming Championship, scheduled for December.
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Sanctioned by Kenya Aquatics, this event promises to be another thrilling competition as swimmers prepare for the World Aquatics Masters Swimming Championship in Singapore next year.
