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Forson Sisters Out Of Ghana’s Swim Team For African Games
05 Mar

Forson Sisters Out Of Ghana’s Swim Team For African Games

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Ghana’s swim team will miss two of its biggest assets, Kaya Forson and Zaira Forson, at the 2023 African Games. The sisters have been prominent figures in long-distance swimming for Ghana, having represented the country at various international competitions, including the World Aquatics Championships 2023 in Greece and the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. However, their participation in the upcoming Africa Games has been ruled out due to a change in their school examination schedule in France. The sisters are prioritising their education, and their absence will undoubtedly affect the team’s performance. According to the Treasurer of the Ghana…
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Coach Dives Into Pool To Rescue American Swimmer Anita Alvarez At World Championships
23 Jun

Coach Dives Into Pool To Rescue American Swimmer Anita Alvarez At World Championships

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American swimmer Anita Alvarez was rescued from the bottom of the pool by her coach at the FINA World Aquatic Championships in Budapest, Hungary, after she lost consciousness, according to Reuters. Coach Andrea Fuentes jumped into the pool after she saw the 25-year-old artistic swimmer sink to the bottom at the end of her routine in the women's solo free event on Wednesday. Fuentes, a four-time Olympic medalist in synchronized swimming, lifted Alvarez to the surface before helping bring her to the edge of the pool. Alvarez, who competed at the 2016 and 2020 Olympics, received medical attention beside the pool,…
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