The Libyan Open Water Swimming Championship took place at the Espaan Club in Zawiya, with nearly 90 swimmers participating in the event. The championship, organized by the Libyan Aquatic Sports Federation, was held on a rainy day, with strong currents in the sea. Despite the challenging conditions, the event was well-organized and showcased promising young talents in Libyan swimming. The championship featured various categories, including the under-14, under-16, under-18, and senior groups.
The championship saw fierce competition in various categories, with swimmers covering distances of 1,000, 2,000, 3,000, and 4,000 meters. In the under-14 category, Malik Abdul Karim from the Tripoli sub-federation won first place, followed by Malik Bashir Al-Kamshi and Abdul Hayi Ali Al-Barq. The under-16 category saw Abdul Rahim Malik Al-Shibli taking the top spot, with Malik Anas Al-Aqal and Muhammad Bashir Aqab finishing second and third, respectively.
In the under-18 category, Yousuf Jalal Al-Waleed emerged victorious, followed by Hamam Ali Mahram and Muhammad Nuri Al-Swaisi. The senior category saw Muhammad Amin Qatqat take the top spot, with Abdul Razak Suwaid finishing second. The event concluded with a closing ceremony, where winners were awarded medals and prizes. The Libyan Aquatic Sports Federation's president, Ossman Al-Qanin, expressed his gratitude to the Espaan Club and the Zawiya sub-federation for their support.
The championship was attended by Ossman Al-Qanin, the president of the Libyan Aquatic Sports Federation, and Yunes Al-Waer, the president of the Espaan Club. Al-Qanin praised the efforts of the club and the sub-federation in hosting the event, which he believed would help promote swimming in Libya. He also congratulated the winners and encouraged them to continue their training.
The event was well-received by participants and spectators alike, with many praising the organization and facilities provided by the Espaan Club. The championship is seen as a significant step towards promoting swimming in Libya and identifying new talents. The Libyan Aquatic Sports Federation plans to continue hosting such events to support the development of swimming in the country.
The championship also recognized the contributions of several individuals, including Yunes Al-Waer, the president of the Espaan Club, and Ismail Al-Jafari, a media personality. The event concluded on a positive note, with participants and organizers looking forward to future events.
The Libyan Open Water Swimming Championship has provided a platform for Libyan swimmers to showcase their skills and compete at a national level. With the support of the Libyan Aquatic Sports Federation and local organizations, the event is expected to continue and grow in the coming years.
Key points
- The championship featured nearly 90 participants competing in various categories.
- The event was well-organized and showcased promising young talents in Libyan swimming.
- The championship concluded with a closing ceremony, where winners were awarded medals and prizes.
