On July 7, in Zaporizhzhia, about 1000 athletes – professionals and amateurs – took part in the most massive swim in Ukraine across the Dnieper. The organizers of sports festival were the company LIVE.LOVE EVENTS with the support of general partner Zaporizhstal Steel Works and the public organization “Zaporizhzhia. Platform for joint actions”.
On July 7, in Zaporizhzhia, about 1000 athletes – professionals and amateurs – took part in the most massive swim in Ukraine across the Dnieper. The organizers of sports festival were the company LIVE.LOVE EVENTS with the support of general partner Zaporizhstal Steel Works and the public organization “Zaporizhzhia. Platform for joint actions”.
“We are proud that a mass swim in Ukraine took place in Zaporizhzhia. Last year, 500 participants took part in this event, this year – already 1000 people conquered the Dnieper. I am sure that this trend and great interest in fun sports events will continue in the future. Zaporizhstal will support such events in Zaporizhzhia, because they attract attention of tourists to the city”, pointed out Rostyslav Shurma, CEO of PJSC Zaporizhstal.
At the kilometer distance, about 500 participants experienced their strength. Vladimir Voronkov, an athlete from Krivoy Rog, showed the best result. Among women, gold won Zaporozhzhia swimmer Nadezhda Ivanova. The leaders of the swim received cash prizes totaling 30 thousand hryvnia.
Beginners participated in 200-meter swims in open water and relays. Participants in the sporting fan event noted the high level of organization, especially in ensuring the safety of swimmers.
Traditionally, a large Zaporizhstal corporate team took part in Riverman, 100 employees practiced at various distances.
For children worked zone water rides. For participants and fans organized free kayak swims, SUP master classes and a prize drawing.
More bright photos from the event at link.
