Tala Bay Successfully Concludes 2nd Open Water Swimming
Tala Bay Successfully Concludes 2nd Open Water Swimming Championship
Date: 28/09/2024
Location: Tala Bay, Aqaba, Jordan
Tala Bay is proud to announce the successful conclusion of the 2nd Open Water Swimming Championship, held on September 28, 2024. The championship was organized in collaboration with the Royal Jordanian Marine Sports Federation, the Royal Navy, and Sharks, with support from the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) and the Jordan Kuwait Bank.
The event, held in the stunning natural waters of Tala Bay (the Red Sea), attracted around 150 swimmers from various age groups and international nationalities, including participants from Jordan, Canada, Wales, Switzerland, France, Australia, Germany, Lebanon, and Ireland. This reinforced Tala Bay’s reputation as a leading destination for water sports and recreational activities.
Mr. Rami Odeh, CEO of Tala Bay, commented, "Water sports are one of the tourism products we need to focus on and develop, as they have a significant impact in marketing Aqaba as a comprehensive tourist destination and we look forward to hosting an Arab Championship next year.."
Event Highlights:
Participants competed in various categories, showcasing their skills and endurance. The categories included:
1 Kilometer
3 Kilometers
Overall Winners
Swimmers aged between 13 and 50+ competed for the top three positions, and were classified into the following age groups (Male & Female):
13-17 years
18-29 years
30-39 years
40-49 years
50+ years
Male Category Winners:
The top performances were awarded prestigious prizes. The male winners in each category were:
First Place (Male): 3 KM Distance: Luis Brunner
First Place (Male): 1 KM Distance: Ali Al Bdour
Female Category Winners:
The top performances were awarded prestigious prizes. The female winners in each category were:
First Place (Female): 3 KM Distance: Sophie Chable
First Place (Female): 1 KM Distance: Karma Amir
The competition was organized in partnership with the Royal Jordanian Marine Sports Federation and ASEZA, reflecting Tala Bay's commitment to promoting local talent and encouraging a healthy and active lifestyle.
Accommodations:
Participants enjoyed special rates at the Grand Tala Bay Resort (5-star) and the Marina Plaza Hotel (4-star), enhancing their overall experience during the championship.
Tala Bay extends its gratitude to all participants, partners, and supporters for making the 2024 Open Water Swimming Championship a tremendous success. We look forward to hosting more such events in the future, continuing to offer exceptional experiences for enthusiastic athletes.
For more information, please visit www.talabay.net or email info@talabay.net