Andy Donaldson sets record in 55km Dam to Dam Challenge swim

8 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Apr 29

Donaldson, a British-Australian ultramarathon swimmer, completed the 55km swim from Lake Argyle to Kununurra in Western Australia in 11 hours and 51 minutes.
He overcame hazards including 5,500 freshwater crocodiles, intense heat, and challenging river conditions, finishing ahead of hundreds of spectators and surpassing the previous record by over four hours.
Donaldson, supported by a dedicated team, described the swim as his most beautiful and memorable, highlighting the importance of teamwork and safety in achieving endurance feats in remote, wildlife-rich environments.

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