Bengal Dominates 3rd National FinSwimming Championship 2023; Telangana Swimmers Shine
Telangana swimmers displayed outstanding prowess, clinching numerous medals throughout the championship. Here's a summary of their performances:
Hyderabad: The 3rd National FinSwimming Championship, held at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex in Pune from September 3rd to 5th, 2023, witnessed thrilling performances by athletes from across India.
Organized by the Underwater Sports Federation of India, the event showcased remarkable achievements in the world of fin swimming.
Day 1 & Day 2 & Day 3: Telangana Swimmers Shine
Telangana swimmers displayed outstanding prowess, clinching numerous medals throughout the championship. Here’s a summary of their performances:
Sunny: 3 Gold, 1 Bronze
Arjun: 3 Gold, 1 Silver
Bhuvas: 4 Gold
Tanmay: 1 Gold, 3 Silver
Siddharth: 2 Gold
Goutham: 1 Gold, 2 Silver
Sachin: 1 Silver, 1 Bronze
Sivakumari: 1 Gold
Likitha: 1 Gold, 3 Silver
Samiksha: 1 Silver, 2 Bronze
Pragna: 1 Silver, 2 Bronze
Sirijani: 1 Bronze
Relay Team Achievements:
Junior C – Girls: Silver
Junior D – Boys: Bronze
Junior E – Boys: Silver
Junior C – Boys: Bronze
Overall Medal Tally:
16 Gold medals
12 Silver medals
7 Bronze medals
Relay Team Performance:
8 Silver medals
8 Bronze medals
National Meet Records:
Arjun Kandoi set 1 National meet record.
Bhuvas Pathuri achieved 3 National meet records (50m surface, 50m Apnea, 100m surface).
Likitha set a National meet record in 50m Apnea.
Outstanding Achievements:
Bhuvas Pathuri was named the best swimmer in the Boys Group C category and achieved the fastest time recorded in India in the 50-meter Apnea event with a time of 19.05 seconds.
Ashwath Ayyalasomayajula of Gachibowli Stadium, Sports Authority Of Telangana, representing Telangana State, secured the Individual Championship Trophy with 3 Golds and 2 Silver medals.
Overall Championship Standings:
Bengal secured the first place with 443 points.
Kerala followed closely in second place with 175 points.
Telangana State claimed the third position overall with 158 points.
The 3rd National FinSwimming Championship showcased the remarkable talents of Indian swimmers, with Telangana’s athletes shining brightly. Bengal emerged as the dominant force in the competition, but the entire event was a testament to the dedication and excellence of fin swimmers from across the nation.
