UVPCS Swimmers Selected to Open Water World and FISU Games Teams

This weekend was the FINA 10km in Cozumel, Mexico, which saw two UVPCS swimmers place in the top 30.  It was the largest FINA event ever, with representatives from almost every country taking part.  The race involved eight laps of a 1.25km course, with a strong current and above average water temperature.

Richard Weinberger qualified for Worlds with a 5^th place slot, clocking in at 1:56:44.80, more than a minute faster than the next Canadian.  Weinberger suffered a bit of heatstroke, and was stuck in a pack until the last buoy, where he was able to break free.  Eric Hedlin and Philippe Guiertin also qualified.

Aimeson King, meanwhile, qualified for FISUs with his swim (along with fellow Canadian Xavier Desharnais), coming in 30^th.  He was in a good position throughout the race, but was unable to move up within the last lap.   

The five Canadian swimmers were in the top 40% of the entire field. 

Congratulations Richard and Aimeson!