22/10/2024
22/10/2024
SHANGHAI, Oct 22: The International Swimming Federation, led by Captain Hussain Al-Musallam, has announced financial rewards for swimmers who achieve the highest points in the World Series rounds.
In the Shanghai round, French swimmer Leo Marchal and American swimmer Kate Douglas earned the top points, which will be converted into financial prizes. This initiative aims to encourage swimmers to give their best effort in the three rounds taking place in China, South Korea, and Singapore.
Hussain Al-Musallam explained that this move is part of a long-term strategy to elevate global competition in swimming, making the sport more appealing by increasing financial incentives and promoting high performance.