open water swimming
Coverage of open water swimming in the Nexus archive.
- At the Central American and Caribbean Games, powerhouse Mexico builds for the 2028 Olympics
Mexico leads the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games in the Dominican Republic with 106 medals after five days, building momentum for the 2028 Olympics. The Games, celebrating their centennial, feature over 6,000 athletes from 37 countries competing in 40 sports, with Mexico dominating in taekwondo, skeet shooting, and open water swimming.
- Open water swimming are rising in popularity. But so are the dangers
A Towson University student went missing in the Potomac River while open water swimming, highlighting the growing popularity and associated risks of the activity. Expert Katie Pumphrey emphasizes the need for safety measures, including awareness of currents, weather, and designated swim areas, while advocating for organized events to mitigate dangers.