Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swim 2020
The Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swimming Race became a symbol of hope, determination and the unifying power of sports as swimmers crossed from Asia to Europe for the 32nd time. The sport will continue to inspire the world to overcome all challenges while we are united.
While many sporting events have been cancelled by the coronavirus pandemic, a unique swimming challenge took place in Istanbul on Sunday, 23 August. Hundreds of competitors took part in the 32nd Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swimming Race, which is considered one of the world's best open water swimming races and the only intercontinental swimming contest. The race started in Istanbul's Kanlica district, which lies on the Asian side of the city, and ended in the European Kurucesme district. According to Hurriyet Daily News, 1,765 swimmers from 59 countries braved the 6.5km (four mile) race. The race, which is organised by the Turkish Olympic committee, began in 1989. The competition was initially due to take place on 12 July, but was postponed until 23 August due to the coronavirus pandemic. The unique city of Istanbul, Turkey, lies in both Asia and Europe and the Bosphorus Swimming Race enables participants to swim across the channel from Asia to Europe. The competitors comes every year from over 50 different nations, include non-professional swimmers participate, teenagers, amputees, charity fundraisers and foreigners who travelled to Istanbul especially to compete. They’re all looking for a quick swim between the two continents.
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