Record fireworks in Dresden: Masters swim on big!

Record fireworks in Dresden: Masters swim on big!

At the weekend, the German Masters championships took place in Dresden on short distances, where impressive achievements were achieved. According to Swimsportnews were set up a total of six new world records and two new European records.

Nicole Heidemann from SSV Leipzig shone in the age group 40 and set up two world records: over 50 meters breast with a time of 32.11 seconds and over 100 meters breast with 1: 11.49 minutes. Stefano Razeto also showed outstanding achievements. The swimmer in the age group 35 also made two world records: over 50 meters butterfly with 23.74 seconds and over 50 meters freestyle with 22.40 seconds. Both times he remained only a few tenths above the German record.

further records and best stamps

In addition, there were several other world records, including the 4 × 100 meter freestyle relay of the men from SSV Leutzsch in the 360+ age group, which shone 8: 04.64 minutes. Thomas Dockhorn set a new world record over 50 meters back in the age group 60 with 30.38 seconds. In the different age groups, numerous national top marks were also set up on single routes and in seasons.

medal and outlook on upcoming competitions

The medal mirror was dominated by the active players of the Berlin TSC, who secured victory with 21 gold, 13 silver and 10 bronze medals. The Masters swimmers are now optimistic about the upcoming World Championships in Singapore, which will start with the open water patties on July 26, 2025.

to officially recognize a record, such as the new timelines of Heidemann and Razeto, specific forms must be filled and submitted. Information on how records are requested can be found on the website of the German Swimming Association. According to dsv it is important to follow the requirements so that the applications can be successfully processed.