13/09/2026
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Four Olympians headed to Connemara at the weekend for the Gaelforce Killary Harbour Swims, taking on the iconic Killary Fjord over distances of 8km, 3.9km and 2km.
An email received on Friday warned of an โunusual and highly unpredictable forecastโ, with all swims delayed due to the conditions. Friday night certainly lived up to the forecast, with strong winds and heavy rain making the prospect of swimming in the fjord look questionable!
By Saturday morning, the swims were able to go ahead, although conditions remained challenging. Eve was first off, taking on the 6km marathon swim which had been shortened from 8km for safety. Swimming directly into the waves for the entire distance made for an incredibly tough challenge.
Anne followed at 9:45 for the 3.9km swim, benefiting from the wind for the first half before turning back into the chop for the finish.
Jane and Frances had to wait until 3pm for their swim. Unfortunately, due to the conditions, they were unable to have the planned boat start and jump, but both still took on the fjord and completed their swims in style. All four athletes also had the unique experience of swimming through the mussel beds of Killary Fjord!
OTC Results:
โข Eve โ 2:00:56
โข Anne โ 1:33:17
โข Frances โ 42:13
โข Jane โ 46:16
A massive well done to all four Olympians for taking on some seriously challenging conditions and representing OTC in the stunning surroundings of Killary Harbour.
