37th National Games Swimming Championship 2023: Records Broken and New Champions Crowned in Goa

Goa, November 3, 2023 — The 37th National Games Swimming Championship 2023, held in the picturesque setting of Goa from October 26th to November 9th, witnessed exhilarating performances as talented swimmers from across the country vied for glory.

Among the many remarkable moments, new champions emerged, records were broken, and spectators were treated to world-class swimming.

200 Meters Freestyle Female:

The 200 Meters Freestyle Female event proved to be a showcase of incredible athleticism:

1. Desinghu Dhinidhi (Karnataka): With a remarkable time of 2 minutes and 9.86 seconds, Desinghu Dhinidhi secured the first position, setting a new benchmark for future competitions.
2. Vritti Agarwal (Telangana): Vritti Agarwal showcased her swimming prowess, finishing second with a time of 2 minutes and 11.17 seconds.
3. P. Manguesh (Goa): The local talent P. Manguesh delighted the home crowd by securing the third place with a time of 2 minutes and 11.31 seconds.

200 Meters Breaststroke Male:

In the 200 Meters Breaststroke Male category, swimmers demonstrated their technical expertise:

1. S. Danush (Tamil Nadu): S. Danush claimed the top spot with an impressive time of 2 minutes and 18.96 seconds, setting a new standard for excellence in this discipline.
2. Pratap Rana (Jharkhand): Pratap Rana showed his mettle, securing the second position with a time of 2 minutes and 24.22 seconds.
3. S. Arun (Services Sports Control Board): S. Arun displayed his swimming skills and clinched the third position with a time of 2 minutes and 23.38 seconds.

800 Meters Freestyle Female:

The 800 Meters Freestyle Female event was another highlight of the championship:

1. Bhavya Sachdeva (Delhi): Bhavya Sachdeva dominated the competition, finishing first with a remarkable time of 9 minutes and 8.60 seconds, demonstrating her long-distance swimming prowess.
2. Vritti Agarwal (Telangana): Vritti Agarwal showcased her versatility by securing the second position with a time of 9 minutes and 14.58 seconds.
3. Shirin (Karnataka): Shirin displayed her swimming endurance and claimed the third position with a time of 9 minutes and 29.08 seconds.

1500 Meters Freestyle Male:

The 1500 Meters Freestyle Male event featured intense competition and remarkable achievements:

1. Kushagra Rawat (Delhi): Kushagra Rawat showcased his exceptional long-distance swimming skills, securing the first position with a time of 15 minutes and 38.73 seconds, setting a new national record in the process.
2. Sajan Prakash (Kerala): Sajan Prakash displayed his swimming prowess by finishing second with a time of 15 minutes and 57.10 seconds.
3. Advait Page (Madhya Pradesh): Advait Page demonstrated his swimming endurance, securing the third position with a time of 16 minutes and 4.13 seconds.

The 37th National Games Swimming Championship 2023 in Goa will be remembered for the exceptional talents that graced the waters, setting new records and inspiring the next generation of swimmers. The competition continues, promising more thrilling moments and incredible achievements in the days to come.