Over the past week, several notable events have taken place in the world of swimming:
Chicago River Swim Canceled Due to Weather Concerns
The Chicago River Swim, scheduled for September 20, 2026, was canceled due to weather-related safety concerns, including the potential for a combined sewer overflow (CSO) affecting water quality and the risk of lightning. This decision was made to ensure the safety of participants and the community. (abc7chicago.com)
Metropolitan and New Jersey Swimming Open Water Championships
On September 20, 2026, the Metropolitan and New Jersey Swimming Open Water Championships were held at North Hempstead Beach Park in Port Washington, New York. Swimmers of all ages competed in events ranging from 1.25K to 5K, with categories for 10 & Under, 11β12, 13β14, 15+, and Masters swimmers. (gomotionapp.com)
World Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships in Santa Fe, Argentina
The World Aquatics Junior Open Water Swimming Championships took place from September 3 to 6, 2026, in Santa Fe, Argentina. Russia secured the overall team trophy with a gold in the U16 relay, while Hungary won the open mixed relay. The championships featured tightly contested races, highlighting the emerging talents in open water swimming. (worldaquatics.com)
RTC Open Water Swim in Midlothian, Virginia
On September 14, 2026, the RTC Open Water Swim was held in Midlothian, Virginia. This event is part of a series of open water swims hosted seasonally on Mondays and Wednesdays at Robious Landing, offering swimmers the opportunity to train and compete in open water conditions. (endurancegrid.com)
These events reflect the dynamic and diverse nature of the swimming community, encompassing competitive championships, community swims, and international competitions.
