Video: Cechini Wins Carifta Swimming Medal
The Carifta Aquatics Championship is underway in Trinidad, with Thomas Cechini winning Bermuda’s first swimming medal, claiming a bronze medal in the 15-17 age group 1,500m freestyle.
A number of other Bermuda swimmers were in action, Sylvia Lim finished 8th in the 11-12 Girls 50 LC Meter Backstroke Final with a time of 35.24, while Marleigh Howes competed in the 15-17 Girls 100 LC Meter Butterfly Final finishing 6th touching the wall in a time of 1:06.00.
Earlier in the day, Bermuda’s swimmers secured spots in two A Finals, demonstrating their talent and potential on the regional stage.
Sylvia Lim impressed in the 11-12 Girls 50 LC Meter Backstroke preliminaries. Her time of 35.04 seconds saw her finish eighth overall, comfortably securing her place in the coveted A Final of the event.
Connor Hupman also advanced to the final stages of his event. Competing in the 15-17 Boys 50 LC Meter Backstroke preliminaries, Hupman touched the wall in 28.27 seconds, finishing ninth overall.
Marleigh Howes provided further positive news for the Bermuda team. In the 15-17 Girls 100 LC Meter Butterfly preliminaries, Howes swam a strong race, clocking 1:05.85. This impressive performance saw her finish seventh overall, earning her a well-deserved place in the A Final.
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Well done, Thomas Cechini!
Yes Bermuda. Congratulations Thomas. Well done