Rottnest Swim 2025 Results
Image credits: Rottnest Channel Swim
The 35th annual Rottnest Channel Swim took place on Saturday, with thousands of athletes from 12 different countries participating in the 19.7km open-water race from Cottesloe Beach to Rottnest Island. Local marathon swimmer Max Coten, 21, was the first athlete to cross the finish line, completing the swim in 4 hours and 2 minutes. He was closely followed by Italian Alessio Occhipinti and South African Byron Kimber. Bianca Monaco was the first female to reach Rottnest Island, completing the swim in 4 hours, 18 minutes, and 57 seconds.
The event saw a total of 2754 athletes participate, with the youngest solo swimmer being 14-year-old Cooper Chesire and the oldest swimmer overall being 80-year-old John Guilfoyle. The swim was dedicated to various causes, including cancer research, with Team Silver Mist raising over $8500 for the Cure Cancer foundation. The team, comprising Tatum Wolmarans, Nelson Milner, Darcy Gray, and Tess Hanson, aimed to raise $10,000 for the charity. Cancer research is a significant aspect of the event, with many participants swimming to raise funds and awareness for the cause.
Among the notable participants were Wanneroo twins Chelsea and Emily Unwin, who completed the swim solo after dedicating it to their father, Leslie, who died from lymphoma in January last year. The twins had previously swum the channel as a duo in 2022 and were determined to fulfill their promise to their father. The event also saw veteran Rottnest Channel solo swimmer Andrew Page cross the finish line for his 44th time. The swimmers were supported by family, friends, and spectators, with Premier Roger Cook and independent MP Kate Chaney in attendance.
The results of the top finishers were as follows:
- Max Coten: 4 hours, 2 minutes
- Alessio Occhipinti: 4 hours, 8 minutes, 56 seconds
- Byron Kimber: 4 hours, 12 minutes, 19 seconds
- Bianca Monaco: 4 hours, 18 minutes, 57 seconds
The Rottnest Channel Swim is an iconic event that continues to grow in popularity, with participants from all over the world taking part. The event's success is a testament to the dedication and perseverance of the athletes, as well as the support of the community. As the event continues to evolve, it is likely that we will see even more participants and spectators coming together to support this great cause.
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