Team Kenya have set sights on qualification for the World Aquatics Masters Swimming Championship in Singapore next year.
This comes after impressive displays in the Uganda Masters Swimming Championship, where they dominated several categories.
Kenya Aquatics (KA) Secretary General, Collins Marigiri, said with solid preparation and exposure to other events, they can make a good impression at the global show.
" Our swimmers did exceptionally well and most of them achieved personal bests—which is a testament to their hard work and dedication. We look forward to continuing this momentum in future events."
The swimmers are keen to use the Kiambu Aquatics Masters Swimming Championship in December as a build-up for the World Championships.
Marigiri said it would be good for the swimmers to get more competition under their belt before the global event.
“We must get one or two events before we go for the World Championships, which is two months away. I am confident we can get them in peak condition by before the global show."
Among the standout swimmers include Victoria Mutheu, who clocked 2:15.14 in the women’s 100m freestyle (25-29 category), Jacqueline Macharia, who set a personal best time of 47.90 in the 50m butterfly and Patricia Waanjama, who finished her 50m backstroke in 22.89 seconds.
Sylvia Kimani (50m freestyle 45.68 seconds), Martin Mungai (100m freestyle 1:11.82) and Benson Makokha (25m butterfly 16.28 seconds) were the other standout performers.
Kenya's male swimmers were equally dominant as Martin Mungai delivered a stellar performance in the men's 30-34 100m freestyle, clocking 1:11.82.
Benson Makokha tied for third in the men's 25-29 25m Butterfly with a time of 16.28 seconds while Anthony Ng'eno stood out in the men's 50-54 100m freestyle with a time of 1:14.42.
Teams from Uganda including the Dolphins Masters and Formidable Swim Club also showcased strong performances.
The Formidables Swim Club claimed several top finishes while Uganda’s Dolphins Masters added depth to the competition, particularly in the relay races.
