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The two Olympians from the United States and Turkey showed their experience in winning the 7.5km gold medals at the 2024 World Aquatics Open Water Junior World Championships Claire Weinstein of the United States and Emir Albayrak of Turkey two of the most experienced swimmers at the 2024 World Aquatics Open Water Junior World Championships won the 7.5k gold medals after coming off competing at the Paris Olympics last month Albayrak won the men’s race in a photo finish with Italy’s Davide Grossi with the 17-year-old Turk based out of Antalya touching at 1:18:34.30 to Grossi’s 1:18:34.50 Albayrak recently swam at the Olympics in Paris where he was 23rd in the 1500m freestyle and he also competed in the 10k open water race where he did not finish He led the race from the outset and was able to hold off his closest adversary in Grossi “The race was very enjoyable and very hard,” Albayrak said won the host nation its third medal of the championships through the first six races as he followed up his ninth place finish from the European Juniors in July with silver here on the global stage Turkey was able to get two on the podium with Atakan Ercan with the bronze medal at 1:18:39.00 Ercan is also based out of Antalya as Turkey has a good young core of distance and open water swimmers on the rise as evident by the first Olympic final appearance from 16-year-old Kuzey Tuncelli in August in the 1500m freestyle “He is a strong swimmer and he is my best friend,” Albayrak said of bronze medalist Ercan Ercan was able to distance himself from Greece’s Vasileios Kakoulakis (1:18:45.20), who finished fourth ahead of Spain’s Cristobal Vargas Trujillo (1:19:03.60) was able to win the women’s race after grabbing the lead early and fending off any challengers that came in her way “Honestly it was a really tough race,” Weinstein said “It was really salty and hot and that took a toll on all of us I think but I am glad I was able to get my hand on the touchpad first for Team USA.” who is coming off of a silver medal at the Paris Olympics in the 4x200m freestyle relay as well as an individual eighth place finish in the 200m freestyle the more pressure you have,” Weinstein said “But my only goal was to represent the USA well and I think I did that and I think all of us are doing that I’m ready for the next days of the meet and I think USA is going to continue to do really well.” Weinstein gave the United States its third gold medal in the women’s races at these championships backing up the golds won by Brinkleigh Hansen in the 5k and Claire Stulhmacher in yesterday’s 10k Weinstein took gold at 1:25:43.30, finishing ahead of Spain’s Clara Martinez de Salinas Pena (1:25:46.00) for silver and Hungary’s Napsugar Nagy (1:25:49.60) in the final sprint Martinez de Salinas Pena follows up her bronze from this year’s European Juniors at age 17 while Nagy won Hungary’s sixth medal of these championships at age 15 Daisy Collins of the United States finished fourth at 1:25:50.70 after she was on Weinstein’s feet for the majority of the race but couldn’t quite get onto the podium at age 15 Collins finished ahead of Japan’s Sachika Kajimoto (1:25:52.60) and Italy’s Ludovica Terlizzi (1:25:56.10) in the chase pack We’ll have lots more to discuss on the IRONMAN Pro Series and the athletes gunning for it next week but it seems worth noting that Patrick Lange “is all in on the IRONMAN Pro Series and defending his title in 2025.” Continue reading this article and more from top writers. 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jumping-off point for boat trips up and down the Gulf of Orosei where Sardinia’s best beaches lie hidden away Maurizio Savigni / Unsplash Tempio Pausania Tours If you fancy a day off from the sea and sand Tempio – up in the mountains at the north end of the island – has a moody with plenty of excellent hiking routes to set off on The lush hillsides of Mount Limbara are cloaked in gnarled cork oak trees as well as looking like something out of the Lord of the Rings set produce the cork products – from keyrings and coasters to shoes bags and even dresses – sold in the town’s boutique shops Massimo Virgilio / Unsplash Santa Teresa Gallura Tours If you want to base yourself in an affordable more contemporary Piazza Vittorio Emanuele popular beach and is a short drive from the rugged with its wind-carved granite boulders and more secluded little beaches Sign up to our newsletter to save up to $800 on our unique trips See privacy policy Jürgen Scheeff / Unsplash La Maddalena Tours The central town at the heart of the Maddalena archipelago colourful town is the jumping-off point for exploring the 60-odd islands that dot the Bonifacio Strait You can charter a private boat to visit those open to the public or take your car on the ferry over from Palau on the main island and drive over to Caprera a largely uninhabited island fringed by enough picnic blanket-sized beaches for everyone to have their own Local legend says this pretty coastal town was named after the lovestruck Princess Navarra who eloped to sea one night with her lover but Navarra was saved and so dedicated a church to the Virgin Mary out of gratitude as this place has enough real fairytale magic on its own Enfolded within groves of olive and pine trees at the base of soaring limestone cliffs and fringed by a white sand beach Daniel Dorfer / Unsplash Castelsardo Tours Founded by a Genovese family during the 12th century Castelsardo is famous for its ancient castle crumbling fortresses and traditional 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this collection of Italy trips can offer you an authentic taste of Italy This is an updated version of an article originally by Gillian McGuire See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in September See & Do The Best Hiking Trails in Italy Art A Tour of Bernini's Masterpieces in Rome See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in July Guides & Tips A Guide to the 5 Most Dazzling Views in Catania Guides & Tips The Best European Cities to Visit in December See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in Summer Guides & Tips The Best European Cities to Visit in November See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in Autumn Guides & Tips Beat the Crowds with these Alternative Summer Destinations Guides & Tips This Is Europe's Ultimate Road Trip See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in October US: +1 (678) 967 4965 | UK: +44 (0)1630 35000 tripssupport@theculturetrip.com © Copyright 2025 The Culture Trip Ltd "The collection draws inspiration from an opera from 1892 that we rediscovered staged only once in the Salone dei Concerti of the Liceo Musicale Rossini in Pesaro: La Bella d'Alghero," the designer tells us backstage at his fashion show "We have done a great job of reconstructing the history of this opera and in collaboration with the City of Alghero we will bring it back to the stage."The Sardinian town and the majestic profile of Capo Caccia on the horizon The story is a typical melodramatic interweaving of unrequited or deceived love affairs resulting in the tragic death of the protagonist "We thought of a large caravan of thespians arriving from Barcelona to Alghero to stage the opera The silhouettes are close-fitting and sensual and the key word is layering: in each dress there can be as many as ten different materials The latest releases feature a new technique: brushstrokes that I drew in the morning inspired by the Catalan artist Antoni Tàpies and that same afternoon were printed on fabric," Marras continues that’s why I deliberately chose a minimal and industrial location with a single blade of light that puts the woman at the center and allows you to discover all the details of the creations." Marras’s poetry is staged before the eyes of an ever-dazzling Sharon Stone seated in the front row with her smile and kindness and with a soundtrack chosen by the designer himself as a tribute to his family whose history continues even under the umbrella of the Oniverse group which acquired 80 percent of the label in 2022: "Verde Luna is a love song that my parents used to sing; the soundtrack is almost entirely female with his Granada sung in Spanish."Just as poetic is the press kit and placeholder for the fashion show: an opera libretto with a musical score telling guests the story of the Bella d'Alghero The silhouettes in the collection are tailored Incredible workmanship enriches the garments and pleats.The choice of fabrics is also very wide Another first time for ClubSwan Racing One Design series the Swan Sardinia Challenge is set to take place in the stunning coastal city of Alghero This prestigious event marks the third leg of The Nations League 2024 dedicated to Nautor Swan’s one design classes With the strong commitment of local organizers this event promises to be a highlight of the sailing calendar and it surely is highly anticipated by ClubSwan owners the glamour and great conditions they are used to find with the Swan regattas The competition will feature 11 ClubSwan 50s with a new entry from Brazilian owner Alexandre Luiz Santos Leal showcasing sailors from all over the world an event promoted by the support of Regione Sardegna it is made possible thanks to Comune di Alghero dello Yacht Club Alghero and della Lega Navale Italiana Alghero President of the Consorzio Porto di Alghero expressed his honour at hosting the regatta “Having the Swan fleets in Alghero is a great privilege for us,” he stated “We are committed to making this event as successful as possible and showcasing the beauty and hospitality of our city fitting in perfectly with the elegance and performance of ClubSwan Racing offering an excellent racecourse and a lively city in which enjoying themselves” The Swan Sardinia Challenge promises to be a thrilling event with the current standings in the ClubSwan 36 fleet showing a tight race at the top followed closely by Cuordileone with 14 points and Black Battalion with 13 points winner of the last leg in Bonifacio with Cuordileone “We’re excited to compete again and aim to keep our lead we’re here to enjoy the race and challenge each-other in ClubSwan ways but once ashore we are all just a big family Earlybird runner up and Cuordileone in third “Our performance has significantly improved since last season and it’s even more special to have my son Louis sailing with us enjoying sport and performance on the water with your crew and dear ones and the being able to appreciate the beauty of the location the parties and the After-Races together with some outstanding competitors and gentlemen It is expected to be a week full of exciting side events complementing the regattas at sea thanks to the presence of ClubSwan Racing partners Porsche Italia will be present in Alghero as the Mobility Partner owners and VIP guests will have the opportunity to experience the Stuttgart company’s interpretation of sustainable sports mobility emphasised the honour of bringing The Nations League to Alghero for the first time “After the great success of the last leg in a new venue we are thrilled to be in Alghero with The Nations League Everything is set and it will be a week marked by ClubSwan’s renowned gentlemanly competition blended with racing with a stunning backdrop and a great program of social events In Alghero we will also activate sustainability initiatives with Marevivo We also aim to engage the youth of the yacht club and the local community to help inspire the next generation of sailors together with the Consorzio Porto di Alghero and the III Zona FIV and its affiliated clubs are working hard to deliver another unforgettable ClubSwan event social events and ClubSwan renowned camaraderie will also see ClubSwan 50 Cuordileone sporting on its mainsail the logo of Corri la Vita a Florence based association that started in 2003 to help women affected by breast cancer and funds projects related to prevention Another health-related project present in Alghero will be Una Vela per il Cuore a campaign touring Italy conducting screenings in ports with echocardiograms to support the prevention of cardiovascular diseases CardioTeam with a medical equipe will be available for the participants of The Nations League These and other initiatives show how ClubSwan Racing events are evolving into dynamic platforms creating meaningful connections The Swan Sardinia Challenge is made possible thanks to the support of The Nations League main partners 2025-05-06T08:37:00+12:00May 6th Switzerland’s Eric Monnin and his Capvis Swiss Match Racing Team of Ute Monnin Wagner and Maxime Mesnil today clinched a long awaited win of the 60th Anniversary Long Beach Yacht Club Congressional Cup stage three of the 2025 World Match Racing Tour season 2025-05-05T11:35:57+12:00May 5th The eyes of the sailing world will turn to Qingdao as the city prepares to host the 2025 ILCA 6 Women’s and ILCA 7 Men’s World Championships 2025-05-04T20:29:35+12:00May 4th Light airs and overcast conditions brought high-stakes racing to the penultimate day of the 60th Congressional Cup in Long Beach as the final four teams advanced to the semi-finals 2025-05-04T20:23:07+12:00May 4th and claimed Antigua Sailing Week’s most coveted prize 3 or 4 class winner with the fastest overall corrected times calculated on a time-on-distance basis 2025-05-03T17:34:46+12:00May 3rd The final day of racing at Antigua Sailing Week saw a return to steady winds of 10-12 knots that gradually built to 13-14 knots The big boats in CSA Racing Class 1 had a 20-mile course in conditions that had Roy Disney’s Volvo 70 Pyewacket hitting speeds of 15-17 knots 2025-05-03T17:28:09+12:00May 3rd The race to the semi-finals at the 60th Long Beach Yacht Club 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Home of magazine editions DSCENE and MMSCENE – Click for more about DSCENE and for our Terms of Service Please enter your username or email address to reset your password Two relays wrapped up the 2024 World Aquatics Open Water Swimming Junior Championships championships in Alghero Italy off the coast of the island of Sardinia as France and Hungary celebrated gold medals The French team won a thrilling race over the United States in the mixed 4x1500m relay featuring the best 17 and over athletes from each team The team fought for every meter with the Americans as they claimed silver at 1:11:45.90 with the team of Claire Stuhlmacher, Ryan Erisman, Claire Weinstein, and Luke Ellis The United States made an interesting tactic by putting Erisman in the second leg giving two-time champ Weinstein a lot of clean water at the start of the back half the champion from the 7.5km and the 3k knockout earlier this week could hold her own against France’s Vincent who finished eighth in the 200m freestyle at the Paris Olympics this year stayed close with Vincent to give anchor Ellis a chance on Velly on the anchor Velly did not have it easy on the anchor leg as he had Spain’s Vargas Trujillo and United States’s Ellis on his feet throughout as they refused to go away Ellis seemed out of it with 300 meters to go but the 17-year-old who trains at the same club as Weinstein at the Sandpipers of Nevada in Las Vegas Velly was in between both anchor swimmers as they found their lines into the wall and showed off his experience at age 19 by getting the final touch to give France the gold medal The United States won its sixth medal of the championships the most by any nation this week in Alghero as they were awarded the top team trophy on the final day of competition “I couldn’t have asked for a better team,” Luke Ellis said is the start of USA’s open water dominance so I can’t wait to see what we have coming for everyone else.” “I knew we could pull it off and everybody raced super hard so it was fun.” Spain nearly pulled the upset thanks to its two girls on the front as Martin and Martinez de Salinas Pena put some space between themselves and France early to give their boys a fighting chance on the end This was Spain’s second medal of the championships adding to Martinez de Salinas Pena’s silver in the 7.5k on Friday Italy finished off the podium in fourth at 1:12:25.50 ahead of Hungary (1:12:36.90) the whole team is really happy,” Karpati said “I’m so proud of myself and my teammates,” Nagy said The Hungarians led off with their two female swimmers and stayed close with the likes of the United States and Brazil leading the rest of the European nations that led off with two girls The United States had a big lead on the front half but Huszti was able to breach the lead on the third lap of the course giving anchor Karpati clean water on the final 1500 meters Germany won the silver at 1:13:54.30 with the team of Sydney Ferch, Laura Blumenthal Haz, Moritz Erkmann, and Jonas Lieschke “I’m so happy and incredibly proud of this team,” Ferch said “I’m very happy to win the silver medal and it was a good race and we did it well,” Lieschke said did not have enough room to run down Karpati on the anchor leg as he was 32 seconds back from Hungary when he dove in and didn’t have enough space to catch the Hungarians Copyright 2018 - 2025 World Aquatics. 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Nicolò Canu / Unsplash Sardinia Tours As you fly in to land at Olbia you’ll catch a glimpse of the bite mark of blinding-white beaches bobbing superyachts and luminous sea that make the northeast corner of Sardinia the de facto millionaires’ playground And you might think that’s as close as you can get but don’t be put off by the celeb-y status the majority of the beaches are open to the public Photo by Massimo Virgilio on Unsplash Capo Testa Tours This dramatic rocky peninsula sprouting out to sea from the northernmost tip of Sardinia is all about the views – and the blustery sea breeze You’ll follow walking trails around to clifftop lookout points weather-carved granite boulders that look like sinuous Henry Moore sculptures and a stout lighthouse overlooking the glassy blue sea towards Corsica albeit only about big enough for a picnic blanket While there are many beautiful beaches in Sardinia the best ones are in the Golfo di Orosei along the east coast The only trouble is that it’s only reachable by boat – either from Cala Gonone to the north or Santa Maria Navarrese to the south sand that runs through your fingers like liquid gold and a little shaded cafe serving frosted beers Jürgen Scheeff / Unsplash Alghero Tours If you’re claiming to be one of the most beautiful cities in Sardinia you’d better have the cobbles to back it up Of the island’s three most visited cities (in addition to Olbia and Cagliari) with its Medieval old town densely lined with boutique shops and gelaterias Take a stroll along its high-walled seafront promenade where the setting sun paints a swathe of gold light over loved-up couples sipping Campari cocktails at hole-in-the-wall bars Laura Lugaresi / Unsplash Cagliari Tours Rising out of the gleaming blue waters like a limestone citadel, Sardinia’s capital has all the Italian holiday bases covered in a single package It’s home to excellent food markets – the fish market is a must-see for the sheer volume and variety of glistening marine creatures – the best restaurants on the island and more Aperol spritz-serving bars than you can shake a breadstick at You’ll also see tree-shaded piazzas and locals buzzing along narrow cobbled lanes on beaten-up Vespas There are also gob-smackingly good beaches a short drive away in either direction Su Nuraxi di Barumini Archaeological site The unique Bronze Age structures known as nuraghi are dotted all over Sardinia it’s here – in the heart of the island – that holds the largest No one knows exactly what they were built for which adds to the slightly eerie sense of mystique you’ll feel as you explore the labyrinth-like layout of alleyways and chambers Read more about the history and mystery at Casa Zapata Museum nearby Jürgen Scheeff / Unsplash When it comes to natural drama there’s nowhere on the island that delivers like the Golfo di Orosei And this marine cave – reached by boat from Cala Gonone – is the headline act Once you’re through the imposing cave entrance a sandy beach fringing a subterranean lake fed by freshwater streams where the monk seals – which the grotto is named after – used to come to breed Caprera is the most secluded part of Sardinia – an island off an island It takes a ferry from Palau and a drive across a strait to reach sparse populations and the preservation of the local way of life It also means empty beaches – a lot of them – dotted all around this magical island Ivan Ragozin / Unsplash Italy Trips and Tours Dreaming of a vacation in Italy Make your dreams a reality when you book a spot on one the many amazing itineraries in our collection of multi-day tours in Italy From hiking and kayaking adventures to indulgent foodie experiences and unique cultural experiences there’s a trip there for every kind of traveller This is an updated version of an article originally by Luca Pinelli HOT: » What kind of news would you like to see more of? Wizz Air has announced the launch of new flights from Sofia to two exciting destinations: Alghero in Italy and Krakow in Poland Flights to Alghero will operate on Thursdays and Sundays Tickets are already available for booking on the airline’s website and mobile app Sofia – Alghero: Thursday and Sunday; starts from June 19 These new routes further strengthen Wizz Air’s position as a key player in Bulgaria’s aviation market offering the only direct flights from Sofia to both Alghero and Krakow The expansion into these cities provides travelers with new options for exploring these vibrant destinations is renowned for its rich history and cultural significance The city is home to iconic landmarks like Wawel Castle and the UNESCO-listed Old Town Known for its stunning medieval architecture Krakow attracts countless visitors each year who are eager to explore its many museums This city blends historical charm with a dynamic cultural scene offers a picturesque seaside escape on the northwestern coast of Sardinia and breathtaking beaches give it a unique appeal Often referred to as “Little Barcelona” due to its Catalan heritage Alghero is a hub for both relaxation and adventure with opportunities for water sports and exploration of the island’s history and culture Visitors can enjoy traditional Sardinian cuisine while soaking in the Mediterranean atmosphere We need your support so Novinite.com can keep delivering news and information about Bulgaria Residents of Sofia who are customers of "Toplofikatsia Sofia" can now benefit from a new mobile application "My Heat," which offers a more accessible and user-friendly way to manage heating-related services The fourth edition of the LUNAR Festival of Lights in Sofia will illuminate 10,000 square meters of art across some of the city's most iconic buildings and public spaces from May 8 to May 11 The Sofia Police has launched a targeted operation against drivers of electric scooters and electric motorbikes who engage in reckless behavior in the city's central areas Todor Kantardzhiev warned that Sofia's sewer system should be cleared of rats opened fire with a gas pistol near a kindergarten in Sofia's Lyulin district Sofia Municipality is set to implement a revised framework for managing its municipal housing stock by introducing two distinct rental categories a major British tour operator specializing in holidays to Bulgaria has halted all its operations effective April 24 chairman of the Bulgarian Hotel Association highlighted a major issue in Bulgaria’s tourism sector: a significant decline in the workforce executive director of the Bulgarian Association of Hotel Management Professionals one-third of Bulgarian hoteliers are planning a modest price increase of about 10% Tourism in Bulgaria has made significant strides toward recovery in 2024 though it still hasn't returned to pre-pandemic levels of 2019 Bulgaria continues to lag behind neighboring countries in achieving significant growth in its tourism sector Despite the global escalation of the trade war there have been no significant negative trends in Bulgaria’s tourism sector so far Google Street View Cars Return to Bulgaria for Major Mapping Update Housing Prices Soar in Bulgaria’s Major Cities as Demand and Supply Strain Increase On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of Alghero Scout Group 1 which is inextricably linked to the Church of St it will be possible to appreciate the monumental complex from another point of view behind the gate that hides the convent’s old driveway entrance is a large courtyard that has housed Scout headquarters since 1950 initially co-located with families and businesses The same courtyard was overlooked by the rooms of the Albergo Italia before the space was bought back by the Franciscan Friars in 1940 The courtyard is overlooked by the large windows of the Congress Hall and on the side opposite the entrance we find the present Cub Scout Pack Den formerly still a room used as a factory (oil mill or dairy) from which it was possible to reach the Well Room and the structures of the monastery The rooms facing the courtyard were also affected by the major restoration work on the architectural complex in the late 1970s; since the early 1980s they have had their current conformation The visit will be an opportunity to retrace with photos and documents the moments of education growth and fraternity experienced in the 80 years of the Scout troop’s life Il marchio di Monumenti Aperti è tutelato dal Ministerodello Sviluppo Economico If you’ve found a malfunction or have ideas for improvement You can reach out to the website’s operators by using the following email These adjustments are compatible with all popular screen readers Keyboard navigation optimization: The background process also adjusts the website’s HTML and adds various behaviors using JavaScript code to make the website operable by the keyboard This includes the ability to navigate the website using the Tab and Shift+Tab keys trigger buttons and links using the Enter key navigate between radio and checkbox elements using the arrow keys and fill them in with the Spacebar or Enter key.Additionally keyboard users will find quick-navigation and content-skip menus or as the first elements of the site while navigating with the keyboard The background process also handles triggered popups by moving the keyboard focus towards them as soon as they appear Users can also use shortcuts such as “M” (menus) and “G” (graphics) to jump to specific elements We aim to support the widest array of browsers and assistive technologies as possible so our users can choose the best fitting tools for them we have worked very hard to be able to support all major systems that comprise over 95% of the user market share including Google Chrome Despite our very best efforts to allow anybody to adjust the website to their needs There may still be pages or sections that are not fully accessible or are lacking an adequate technological solution to make them accessible we are continually improving our accessibility updating and improving its options and features and developing and adopting new technologies All this is meant to reach the optimal level of accessibility World Triathlon has announced a location change to the World Triathlon Championship Series leg in Italy with Cagliari ceasing to be the event’s home venue It brings to an end a seven-year stint for World Triathlon events taking place in Cagliari; the WTCS race has taken place for the last three years with World Cup events occurring the four years before “I want to thank the Italian Triathlon Federation for their incredible support in hosting the World Triathlon Championship Series event in Alghero Sardinia,” President Elect of World Triathlon Antonio Arimany said on the move “After more than 8 years on this beautiful island we are excited to move to a new race location while continuing to work with the same experienced organisers who have been instrumental in our success “Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our sport.” World Triathlon’s statement indicated that the decision was ultimately initiated by the Italian Triathlon Federation and local organisers with the Italian leg of WTCS now taking place in Alghero on May 31 “Let’s kick off a new Olympic cycle that will lead us to the Los Angeles 2028 Games with the launch of the WTCS in Alghero” President of the Italian Triathlon Federation Riccardo Giubilei said “I’d like to thank everyone working in partnership with the Italian Triathlon Federation to create an event that has become a landmark on the world calendar and has delivered immense excitement “Many thanks to the Italian Government and World Triathlon for this synergy that continues to ensure quality and growth in both Italian and international triathlon we eagerly await the world’s best female and male triathletes to come together and experience the season’s third WTCS on the magnificent island of Sardinia” The move takes the WTCS race away from the biggest town on Sardinia but Italian Ministry of Sport Andrea Abodi described the new host town as having “optimal” conditions for the event “The incorporation of Alghero among the stages of the WTCS for the next three years represents a goal achieved which allows the splendid Sardinian town and the entire region to become a world showcase for one of the toughest and most exciting disciplines with the prospect of opening a cycle through which to always offer something more to the international circuit,” Abodi explained “Alghero not only presents the optimal climatic and landscape conditions for hosting an Olympic distance triathlon race but also offers the charm of a ‘four seasons’ tourist and hospitality offer fueled by the wealth of cultural and environmental content that teams and fans who will reach Sardinia from all over the world.” “WTCS Alghero is an extraordinary opportunity to promote Sardinia as a sports destination of excellence capable of combining top-level competitions with the beauty of the territory,” added Franco Cuccureddu “We are proud to host this event that strengthens the positioning of our island in the international stage but also the culture and hospitality that distinguish us “Sports tourism is a strategic pillar to attract visitors throughout the year and we will continue to invest in prestigious events like this one.” More information about the new course maps and a detailed scheduled will be released in the coming weeks Follow the madness of the 'Race that eats its young' on RUN247 is set to host the World Aquatics Open Water Swimming Junior World Championships 2024 from 6-8 September 2024 Nestled on the picturesque island of Sardinia, Alghero will welcome more than 200 open water athletes aged 14-19 from 35 countries for this prestigious event. With the future stars of the sport, such as Dávid Betlehem (HUN), Katie Grimes (USA), and Bettina Fabian (HUN), gracing the World Aquatics Open Water Swimming Junior World Championships 2022 in Seychelles fans can anticipate another stellar lineup in Alghero Sardinia is quickly emerging as a popular stop for the world’s best open water swimmers. Following a successful hosting of the World Aquatics Open Water Swimming World Cup 2023, the island will also host the second stop of the World Aquatics Open Water Swimming World Cup 2024 in Golfo Aranci on 25-26 May Alghero promises to provide both athletes and spectators with an unforgettable experience “We are very excited to be hosting the World Aquatics Open Water Swimming Junior World Championships 2024 in the historic city of Alghero Italy,” said World Aquatics President Husain Al-Musallam “The resounding success of recent open water swimming events in Sardinia coupled with Italy’s rich swimming heritage made returning to the island an obvious choice” The three-day World Aquatics Open Water Swimming Junior World Championships 2024 will feature a diverse range of events and conclude with an Open Relay Event (4x1500m) Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience Non-members can add the privileges at checkout through our 30 day free trial By continuing I accept the Terms & Condition and Privacy Policy. I would like to receive Newsletter from MICHELIN Guide Save lists of your favorite restaurants & hotels Don’t miss the latest drinks industry news and insights Sign up for our award-winning newsletters and get insider intel and trends delivered to your inbox every week On an island that has become a favorite among sommeliers and retail buyers Sardinia’s Alghero DOC is leading the island’s way into the future Discover what makes this corner of northwestern Sardinia so special Sardinia has become a favorite of sommeliers and buyers over the past decade and no wonder: It’s not only one of the gems of the Mediterranean wine world and broad range of grape varieties that make it both ripe for exploration and poised for more widespread recognition few regions have seen a greater growth in notoriety in recent years than Alghero DOC whose millennia-long winemaking history and fantastic range of indigenous grape varieties make it one of the most exciting in all of Italy As the second-largest island in the Mediterranean—after Sicily to its southeast—Sardinia is increasingly known for its wines that taste as if they cost a lot more than they actually do; among professionals it’s widely accepted that Sardinian wines represent some of the best value in the entire Mediterranean basin the wines are as unique as the landscape of the ancient island with expressions that range from the fruit-forward and ripe to more savory The Alghero DOC has the largest area of land planted to vines among all of the island’s location-specific DOCs Alghero is found in the northwestern part of Sardinia and it’s here that the true potential of the island comes into its sharpest focus More familiar varieties excel here—Cabernet Sauvignon and Vermentino all produce stellar wines—but it’s a mistake to overlook indigenous ones like Cagnulari and Torbato which are increasingly finding the way to this side of the Atlantic and onto wine lists and retail shelves Cannonau is the island’s calling card—a thoroughly unique expression of one of the world’s greatest warm-climate red varieties The best that Sardinia has to offer comes to fruition in the Alghero DOC world-class producers who are both planting new plots and reclaiming old ones and a thoroughly unique history that has led to its current role as a leader in the region And while its winemaking history may have roots that stretch back for thousands of years with an increasingly passionate focus on sustainability All of this makes the Alghero DOC worthy of renewed focus There are three main types of soil in the Alghero DOC and each has a deep and unique impact on the expression of the wines that are crafted from the grapes grown in them which were deposited between the Paleozoic and Mesozoic periods; Pleistocene-era floodplains and cemented aeolian sandstones; and Cenozoic-era acid-effusive rocks all leave their mark on the vines whose roots are sunk into them This results in the kind of geographical specificity in Alghero that only the best appellations around the world can lay claim to isn’t just a product of ancient and varied soils: The climate is a key factor Alghero is perfectly positioned to afford its vines their fullest expression This is a temperate-warm part of the world—it is the Italian Mediterranean after all—yet the moderating influence of the sea is an ever-present factor in the life of the vines and the ultimate expression of the wines Vineyards in the Alghero DOC are as far as 30 kilometers from the water and as close as a few hundred meters which means that virtually all of the wines shimmer with the telltale saline and mineral notes that are so typical of the region the famous wind that sweeps over so much of this part of the Mediterranean and Alghero DOC has what might be considered the perfect recipe for wines of expressiveness Stretching from west to east in the Sassari province of northwestern Sardinia the Alghero DOC sweeps across the municipalities of Alghero Part of Sassari is considered to be part of the appellation as well and exploring Alghero’s widely varied terroirs in particular quickly becomes a lesson in the geological history of the Mediterranean as well as the microclimates of the particular vineyard blocks leave their mark on the wines in deliciously assertive ways And because the region is fairly flat—though there are some low-lying hills in the east—the influence of the Mediterranean is constant especially for producers with close proximity to the sea meaning they are constantly being more impacted by its weather and moderating influences than those further inland There is ample evidence that wine was being made in the area of the present-day Alghero DOC as long ago as the Iron Age Archaeologists have found Phoenician-style amphorae made of local clay in Sant’Imbenia an ancient Nuragic-era village on the Bay of Porto Conte which is yet more proof of the ancient origins of grape-growing and winemaking There also is a compelling argument to be made that Vitis vinifera is indigenous there and was ultimately domesticated by cultures as varied as the Phoenicians that had one of the most important influences on the wine culture of this part of Sardinia The Spanish conquest of Sardinia occurred in 1717 and following it was a time during which certain trade advantages shaped exchanges between the two lands both workers and grape varieties poured into the island from the Iberian Peninsula leaving an indelible mark on the island in terms of its culture that influence can be felt most clearly in Cannonau one of the most important grapes in Spain and the less-familiar variety Torbato was brought to Sardinia in the 1300s by the Catalans were always present—Cagnulari is a good example.)  The wine culture of today’s Sardinia—which is officially one of the 20 wine regions of Italy—owes a great deal to the past in the modern-day areas of the Alghero DOC It’s a history that continues to reverberate even today Alghero DOC excels with a range of grape varieties What ties them all together is the fingerprint of the land which arguably do just as much to shape the final expression of the wine produced from these five key varieties as anything else Add to that the often salty Mistral wind that whips across this mostly flat land and you have the recipe for thoroughly unique wines that are intimately tied to this particular part of Sardinia It is impossible to talk about the great wines of Sardinia in general It’s believed to have been brought here by the Spanish and spice notes are cut through with bracing minerality making this often both savory and generous Though you can find Vermentino throughout a decent swath of Italy its expression in the Alghero DOC is particularly compelling citrus and autumn orchard fruit are framed by the kind of subtle salinity that makes this particularly food-friendly This variety is known as Graciano in Spain but its role there is often relatively limited however—where it is believed to be indigenous—Cagnulari takes on a savory character which is a particularly appealing counterpoint to its wild berry notes forward-thinking producers have been seriously exploring its potential to produce profound wines This variety was brought to Alghero in the 14th century by the Catalans it is far more widely associated with Sardinia than Spain No wonder: Whether it’s produced in a still or sparkling style grown and crafted to be bright and energetic or richer and more dense this is a variety whose subtle floral notes hovering above it all remain deeply appealing This may be one of the most widely known and planted varieties in the entire world but nowhere else does it express itself the way it does in the Alghero DOC: The typical notes of currants and tobacco are here pulsed through with a kiss of the sea which lends a core of mineral to a wine that most people think they’ve seen every version of The Alghero DOC is one of the most exciting and dynamic not just in Sardinia more producers are exploring and discovering some new tucked-away corner of the appellation that’s perfect for expressing the inimitable character of this part of the island And they’re doing so with an increasingly broad range of varieties giving even the least familiar among them the respect they so richly deserve The wine-tourism infrastructure continues to grow and visitors from across Europe and around the world are taking more advantage of all that the Alghero DOC has to offer every year Combine that with the growing number of hotels and restaurants popping up there is a serious focus being trained on sustainability which makes sense: Not only is that of increasing importance in the face of climate change in general but the uniqueness of Alghero DOC’s terroir makes it uniquely crucial to preserve all that it offers is a land that’s been shaped by millions of years of geological forces and thousands of years of cultural ones and the Consorzio Alghero DOC has been closely working with both growers and producers to ensure that their work is carried out in ways that don’t just protect the natural environment Organic and sustainability initiatives are being launched constantly here It all adds up to a region whose future is as bright as its legendary past In a world in which consumers are increasingly searching for wines that are tied to unique pockets of the planet No matter how much of a novice or expert one might be or what sort of budget they’re working with Learn more about how Provi simplifies the complex process of ordering and promoting wholesale alcohol between buyers SevenFifty Daily is an award-winning online magazine about the business and culture of the beverage alcohol industry covering all three tiers of the alcohol industry the management company of the Alghero airport have signed the program contract for the period 2023-2026 which provides an intervention plan for the development of the Catalan city's airport infrastructural adjustments are planned both in the airside and landside parts "with the strengthening and expansion of the passenger terminal to guarantee wide usability of the spaces and continuous improvement of the services offered to passengers" Another part of the investments will be dedicated to roads to improve vehicular accessibility and increase the number of parking spaces promoting safety and reducing environmental impact “The program contract instrument contributes to air transport development strategies playing an important role in the process of relaunching the country's economy It also guarantees the continuous improvement of safety levels energy efficiency and adaptation to European performance standards of the airport works carried out in Italian airports" The contract with Alghero is the fourth in order of time to be signed since the recovery of pre-Covid traffic volumes Read also other news on Nova News Click here and receive updates on WhatsApp Follow us on the social channels of Nova News on Twitter, 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All rights reserved Aerial view over Alghero old town, Sardinia  died on Tuesday after being swept out to sea The Alghero Fire Brigade Flight Department and the Cagliari divers supported by the Drago 144 helicopter were deployed during the rescue operation according to reports in local newspaper The tragedy took place off the coast in the west of the island One of the specialist divers was lowered into the sea but it appears sadly there was nothing they could do by that point to save her A spokesperson for the Department of Foreign Affairs said it is aware of the case and providing consular assistance the Department does not comment on the detail of individual cases.” It is the second death of an Irish person within several days on the Mediterranean island who was from Kilkenny but living in Dublin died in Sardinia on Friday while reportedly on a hike The 39-year-old is to be laid to rest next week Mr Bergin went missing while on a family holiday with three of his brothers and his sister on Friday afternoon last He was reported missing by his brothers whom he is understood to have separated from to travel along another pathway Dublin in recent years but is originally from Dean St His body was found on the Italian island of Sardinia last Sunday The Bergin family have said they “will be forever grateful” for the support and love they have been shown His body was found in a remote area following an extensive search John BerginThe Fingal County Council employee is survived by his brothers Paschal Mr Bergin’s Requiem Mass will take place next Tuesday at 11am in St Kilkenny after which his ashes will be laid to rest with his parents at St Kieran's Cemetery In lieu of flowers his family have asked for donations to Alpine and Speleological Rescue Operations Mr Bergin's family in a statement thanked the Emergency Services and Irish Embassy for all their assistance The Bergin family said: “We will be forever grateful for the support and love shown to us by the Sardinian people in the past few days” The family have asked for their privacy to be respected at this difficult time Their statement continued: “The Bergin family would like to thank the mountain rescue and the medical team who helped with the search found our brother John and took care of him We will be forever grateful for the support and love the Sardinians have shown us these past few days According to the newspaper L’unione Sarda emergency services believe Mr Bergin lost his way along the track on the third stage of the Cammino Minerario di Santa Barbara mining trail The trail which is 19.3 kilometres long is classed as hard and challenging which runs along the coastline From as little as €1 a week with our digital introductory offer Already a subscriber? Sign in Follow and share the latest news and stories ShareSaveLifestyleDiningThe Costa Smeralda May Be Sardinia's Playground but Alghero Is Its True SoulByJohn Mariani When I arrived in Sardinia after a Transatlantic flight to Rome and a connection to Alghero my first stop was at the fish market for a late morning lunch yet the simple stark cement structure was nearly empty leaving only a faint briny smell of the sea feeling like I was in a Monty Python cheese shop with no cheese “It was all sold this morning.” The boats had pulled in under the fading stars and their catch was sold soon after daybreak An hour before those stalls were full of flapping fins and tails Nothing could better illustrate the kind of fresh bounty that Sardinians have access to six days a week Inside Alghero's seafood market La Boqueria serves the morning's catch There was a little trattoria called La Boqueria in the corner of the barren market with signs ticking off the seafood offerings of the day and I feasted on some of the finest fish and crustaceans I’ve ever had—platters of grilled mullet all washed down with a Sardinian white wine called Nasco There was not a strand of pasta anywhere on the menu the large amoeba-shaped island in the dark blue Tyrrhenian Sea craggy perimeter and its international playground Costa Smeralda developed in the ‘60s on the east coast by Prince Karim Aga Khan and now home to some of the most expensive real estate on the globe Which was reason enough for me to avoid it and visit instead the city of Alghero which is a far less trafficked but quite beautiful location on the west coast Alghero is on the West Coast of the rugged island of Sardinia having been occupied since the 14th century by Spanish troops whom the locals cut to pieces in an uprising which in turn caused King Peter IV to expel most of natives and re-populated the town with Catalan convicts and prostitutes In 1720 the House of Savoy out of Turin took over Sardinia and it became part of Italy with the Unification in the next century the Catalonian history and influence abides-Catalan had long been the official language and a quarter of today’s citizens still speak it; the rest speak a local dialect in the city’s architecture and walled fortifications Some of its people like to refer to their city as Little Barcelona will bring you back where you began in little more than an hour along the way visiting the newly cleaned and restored Cathedral of Santa Maria Immaculata di Alghero in a Catalan Gothic style and along the thick limestone ramparts above the lapping seashore although the beautifully named La Speranza beach is long and wide I highly recommend a drive out of town to explore the prehistoric Nuraghe Palmavera stone towers built over centuries in the Bronze and Iron Ages Spread out over a hillside like squat Stonehenge monuments the structures give one an idea of just how primitive lodgings were 3,400 years ago--basic areas for cooking set far from other tribes and all other civilizations At Cantina Santa Maria some wines are aged by being placed underwater Sardinian winemaking has come very far very fast so a visit to the modern cooperative of 326 growers who comprise Cantina Santa Maria La Palma Vermentino di Sardegna and Monica di Sardegna The company’s red wines share the notion that youth so irrigation of the vineyards is allowed; you taste the flintiness of the soil and the brininess of the surrounding Tyrrhenian Sea is actually lowered into the sea for a while to age at a time when Sardinian wines had no reputation and little availability outside the island Cantina Santa Maria La Palma’s vintners realized that by central control of co-operative growers the wines could be made better and with more consistency and at price points that have made them appealing in a global market flooded with bland varietals and I’ll be writing about them soon in Part Two of this article ShareSaveLifestyleDiningThe Cuisine of Alghero on the Island of SardiniaByJohn Mariani The circumference of the volcanic island of Sardinia crab-like claws of land and offshore juttings of massive rock structures pushed up from the Western Mediterranean Such a location would seem to make Sardinia central to the export of Mediterranean seafood yet there is no large-scale seafood industry on the island whose economy is devoted overwhelmingly to livestock and agriculture Carasau or carta di musica (music paper) is on every dinner table in Alghero This all has the effect of allowing the Sardinians to enjoy a constant supply of local seafood along with excellent meats a thriving wine sector that has adapted to modern viniculture Wild boar is available in season and seasonal seafood year-round called pane carasau or carta di musica (music paper) is exceptionally thin and wafer-like though the Sardinians drink a lot more local beer than wine the trattorias are maintaining the old traditions while new ristoranti are refining those same traditions in respectful ways Three weeks ago I wrote about my visiting the western city of Alghero’s La Boqueria the trattoria in the fish market where it would be impossible to find fresher seafood I feasted on half a dozen platters of it—fried It was my introduction to Sardinian cuisine and over the next week I learned and loved a great deal about the variety of the food and the gusto of the Sardinians at both traditional and modern restaurants there Coins of octopus are served with a "caviar" made from oil at Il Corallo Located on a street named in honor of the Kennedy Brothers Il Corallo is a white-walled barebones trattoria that nevertheless has draped tables and abstract artwork on the walls Chef Tonino del Rio is the maestro in the kitchen at a long table of local winemakers and food writers I was astounded at what he sent out--a panoply of a dozen wonderful dishes We began with a marvelous carpaccio of pesce spada (swordfish) of briny freshness and rose red triglie (mullet) marinated in orange juice Then came seppie (cuttlefish) of mild flavor (they so often can taste fishy if not unstintingly fresh) with ripe tomatoes There was a little salad of sweet peppers and sliced zucchini and tender grilled octopus with a “caviar” made from highly reduced olive oil          Rasa (ray) was dressed simply with arugula and served with purple potato chips while fat gambero (shrimp) shared the plate with a puree of porcini mushrooms on toast Mussels were fried with a light tempura crust and came lashed with a lemony cream sauce then came a bowl of linguine tossed with buttery sea urchins and morsels of tomato Three desserts are part of the tasting menu at Il Corallo in Alghero soft cookies ended off this splendid dinner whose diversity would be difficult to find reproduce anywhere outside of the Mediterranean You may hear that the Sea is being over-fished I can’t really give you an idea of what all that cost per person Trattoria Marco Polo is set within an old building in Alghero's historic center Somewhat more creative but still simply rendered was the cooking at Trattoria Marco Molo a new place in the historic center with a beautiful barrel vault brick ceiling blackboard menu and a two-room coziness that makes everyone joyous to be within its two small rooms this is what I’d want it to look and feel like Stefania welcomes everyone at the front and makes sure your evening will be an enchantment sending out a first course of local charcuterie I was swooning over a browned gratinata of Sardinian cheeses and zucchini At Trattoria San Marco traditional pasta ravioli called culurzones come stuffed with potato The pastas that evening were local favorites: culurzones batons of fennel and a rich wild boar ragù At Trattoria Marco Polo the featured main course is Sardinian roast pig called porceddu glistening roast suckling pig flavored with myrtle the meat suffused with its melted fat and the skin crisp as parchment which went very well with a local Cannonau Riserva 2012 For dessert there was fried cheese graced with honey; a chocolate torta made with a cream laced with Cannonau wine A very good lunch or dinner spot near the arc of Alghero’s stone barricade on the sea is this pleasant-looking trattoria favored by the locals with a simple menu of Italian and Sardinian classics as dependable as sunrise and sunset and the windows hung with wreaths of dried red peppers The chairs are admirably sturdy and there is a wall of wines to peruse after ordering from the menu A friend and I nibbled on the bread and carasau wafers which went well with the various crudi served here on the half shell as a selection of six species brought in that morning golden fried calamari make for a good nibble as an antipasto Spaghetti with tiny clams is typical of the simple goodness at Trattoria La Marisella we then dug into one of the best renderings of spaghetti with clams and garlic I’ve ever had is a far better pasta to use for this dish than the usual linguine.) Perfectly al dente the pasta was coated with the olive oil and clam liquid You may also have this dish with olives and toasted breadcrumbs Malloreddus is a Sardinian ridged pasta served with fresh tomato sauce at Trattoria Maristella with just enough spicy tomato sauce to coat each one just given a blessing of olive oil and lemon: that day pagro (sea bream You might also consider a mixed grill of fish You’ll probably want to skip desserts here Contact us on: 01 564 7963 / 01 564 7964 Online queries digital@thegloss.ie Print queries letters@thegloss.ie Home | Lifestyle & Travel | Alghero Northern Sardinia: Tim Magee Revisits This Hospitable Fortress Town by We’d still probably rebel at some stage – the Spanish King wasn’t much more craic than Elizabeth Phillip the Prudent is as at odds with Irish notions as the Virgin Queen The Irish winning gold every time in the Inquisition Olympics as might eating our tea at 10pm and other nightmares at least we would eat more of our own fish and have better ham on small plates in all our shebeens This wittery and what-iffery is brought to you from Alghero on an island where no one wonders What did the Spanish ever do for us Spain and Catalonia’s influence is everywhere Catalan is the first language for a quarter of Sardinians Alghero is the Sardinian Barceloneta without the bag-snatching and constant cobble-trundle of holiday renters Getting to the fortress town of Alghero from the airport can be hard but you have to overcome the pull of Sa Mandra on the airport’s doorstep A cross between Ballymaloe and Bunratty folk park this farm with restaurant and rooms is owned and run by a dangerously generous family for two people a hundred yo-yos and Maria Grazia will feed you steadily and relentlessly on what Sa Mandra grows and raises and throw in some super-local wine to a point where I was wondering if I was to be on the spit the following day The stars of the show are three little suckling piggies slow-roasted on asadors over a cottage fireplace – like we’d have in Ireland if Elizabeth the First had been Elizabeth the last without the bag-snatching and constant cobble-trundle of holiday renters I’d been to Sardinia a few times but not to Alghero for donkey’s years Despite being very much on the beaten track most tourists are from the mainland and even the old town still has dignity and locals living within it with any number of independent shops and some good food peppered around the place if you know where to look buy local edible bits and bobs while deli boss lady Cinzia sets you straight on where and what to eat a cute but no messing showroom for Northern Sardinian food everything on Mario’s menu is homemade in this mom and pop shop that seems to have the ghost of Marcella Hazan in the tiny kitchen behind the bar Beyond the walls is a thrumming city of 45,000 but I was based behind the walled fortress town in the walled fortress hotel of Villa Las Tronas a 19th-century villa on a bossy bluff with first class seats to sunsets and the sound of the Sea of Sardinia right below Owned by the same family since the 1960s and gloriously unchanged you are surrounded by what Taylor and Burton and our own Sam Beckett saw I was introduced to Las Tronas long ago by my OG tastemakers Me and my friends would peer in through the gate waiting for them to join me for some long lunch or other The cut of us – we had no business being there Hopefully Las Tronas continues unchanged with a view that would make Capri blush and sweet staff with sedate service (in a good way) you’ll get a Giuseppe on your holidays – a sound quiet pro who will mind and guide you without rehearsed lines gems like Cinzia and Giuseppe are more precious than ever My next trip will be to another of those hospitality heroes who has been guiding me around Canarian wine for years now while feeding me Roman and Neapolitan classics off menu in his Tenerife trattoria I feel like a proud relative of Marco’s now watching him build his restaurant mini-empire in Palm Mar Roman Marco and his Neapolitan chef partner Ivan started with Osteria Italia which could be any holibop Italian until you look under the hood An army could march (not in a very straight line) on their pasta and perfect martini pairing The original hospitality hero of my youth was Mr Pok a bamboo beach restaurant owner in Hua Hin in Thailand we would dine and drink at Mr Pok’s from dawn to dusk Breakfast was a brace of fresh banana milkshakes with rum Post-sunburn supper was some class of seafood curry he was probably much younger than I am now The more time you spent listening to this Buddhist restaurateur Mr Pok would never talk about his goals or ambitions for the restaurant but I think he was the happiest person in hospitality I’ve known Mr Pok reverentially presented us with some precious photographs A storm and sea surge had wrecked the place a couple of years before The photos documented himself and the crew trying to rescue the restaurant while it disintegrated with the last shot showing him up to his waist in sea water “Be more Mr Pok” seems like timely advice now and something I’ll have a go at carrying into this winter glossy content of our large-format magazine in a neater style delivered to your door Angela Martinez Guillen won her first over individual World Cup title in her home country Italy swept the podium on the men’s side El Campeonato de España se disputó en el marco de la segunda etapa de la Copa del Mundo de Aguas Abiertas has undertaken a years-long challenge to swim 10,000 kilometers from Istanbul The world’s premier open water swimming series is now coming to the USA Va a ser va prueba puntuable para el Circuito Mundial pero también válida como Campeonato de España y Selectivo para el Campeonato del Mundo Singapur 2025 May 22nd, 2024 International, National, News, Open Water USA Swimming announced a roster of 12 swimmers to wear the Stars and Stripes at the 2024 Open Water World Junior Championships on Wednesday with the event scheduled for September in Italy Highlighting the roster is Claire Weinstein the 2022 World Junior champion in the girls’ 5km who is set to race the 7.5km at this year’s edition Saint Petersburg Aquatics also landed two swimmers on the roster in Cobe Hehenberger (boys’ 5km) and Brinkleigh Hansen (girls’ 5km) The roster will feature nine first-timers representing the U.S., as Weinstein, Ellis and NOVA of Virginia’s Claire Stuhlmacher are the only three members who have previously The World Junior Open Water Swimming Championships offer the following events for each age group: “This will be a great opportunity for these young athletes to represent the U.S. and gain valuable racing experience on the international stage,” said USA Swimming National Team Open Water Director, Bryce Elser “These athletes had stellar showings at Open Water National Championships earlier this month and they’ll be great representatives of both their club and USA Swimming during their time in Italy.” The 2024 World Aquatics Open Water Junior Championships will run from September 6-8 in Alghero Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" Kind of a bummer the distances are dictated by age A 5k and a 10k are much different races and a swimmer could be well suited for one and not the other I personally think these distances are age appropriate and at the upper end of capacity for the greater majority within each age group I do understand that it is possible for younger kids to swim longer but to ask them to do it at race pace under elite international racing conditions would be asking for trouble medically some would go beyond their capacity and things can happen very quickly in an Openwater medical situation If you are talking about the older kids swimming a 5km instead of 10km then yes I agree The distance has nothing to do with health or safety This isn’t even a super long workout for any of them If they swim it like a workout then yes they can handle this distance but if you race it at your limit (which is what is required to be competitive internationally) then it is easy to misjudge your own potential when inexperienced and add the Openwater element where it may be a minute (or longer) for safety craft to support you medically and the potential for tragic outcomes multiplies very quickly It takes a lot of experience to get these marathon races right as an athlete This is a swimming marathon but it’s not like a running marathon where you can just collapse on the ground and medics or anyone standing trackside can rush to help Weinstein will not need to taper for World Junior Openwater to win the 7.5km anyway No doubt she will focus tapers for trials and Paris Italy will just be a bit of fun after in my opinion I hope Claire Weinstein holds her taper this year But the 200free field is too competitive what if she doesn’t make it at trials More from James SutherlandSee All 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