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British Swimmer Sets Unofficial Record for Fastest Lake Geneva Crossing

Sam Farrow completes 72.8km swim in 22 hours and 48 minutes, pending official verification.

  • Sam Farrow, 31, swam from Château de Chillon to Bains des Pâquis without touching her support boat.
  • The endurance swim involved treading water during breaks for food and drink.
  • Farrow faced severe fatigue, back aches, and cramps but maintained a positive mindset.
  • Her previous longest swims were across Loch Awe, Loch Lomond, and Loch Ness.
  • The record attempt will be ratified by the Lake Geneva Swimming Association by the end of September.
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