World open water race in Singapore postponed over water quality
Published on: Tue, Jul 15, 2025
By: AFP Text Size: A review of the course at Sentosa Island found water quality levels to be 'exceeding acceptable thresholds'. (Wikimedia Commons pic) SINGAPORE: The women's 10km open water race at the world swimming championships in Singapore has been postponed because of poor water quality, governing body World Aquatics said today. A review of the course at Sentosa Island found water quality levels 'exceeding acceptable thresholds', with organisers making the decision to postpone 'in the utmost interest of athlete safety'.
Advertisement The women's 10km race was set to take place this morning but has been pushed back to Wednesday, when the men's event will also be held. 'World Aquatics regrets the inconvenience caused by the postponement and acknowledges the commitment and preparation of all athletes, coaches and teams,' World Aquatics said in a statement. 'The health and safety of participants remain the highest priority in all competition-related decisions.' World Athletics said tests had 'consistently' shown the water quality to be acceptable but that a sample taken on Sunday went over the limit. Pool swimming events at the world championships begin on July 27. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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