3 March 24
Triumph at World Aquatics Masters World Championships
Trafford Metro Swimming Club is celebrating outstanding achievements as its swimmers excel on the global stage, clinching medals and setting records at two prestigious world championships.
The first triumph came at the World Aquatics Masters Championships held in Doha during the last week of February 2024, where Trafford Metro athletes showcased remarkable performances across various disciplines. Danny Mills emerged as the star of the event, securing gold medals in the 400m and 800m freestyle, setting new British records in the process. Mills also clinched silver in the 200m freestyle event, further cementing his status as a world-class swimmer.
Vicky Cunningham displayed exceptional prowess by also becoming a double world champion, triumphing in the 50m and 100m freestyle events and setting a British record in the latter. Additionally, she secured silver in the 200m freestyle.
Rebecca Owens added to the medal tally with a bronze in the 200m backstroke. Paul Barnard contributed to the success with bronze in the 200m individual medley and freestyle events and Charlotte Taylor with a silver medals in the 100m Butterfly. Alec Johnson showcased his dominance in butterfly events, winning gold in the 50m fly and securing silver medals in the 100m butterfly (setting a British record) and 50m backstroke. Jonathan Altoft and Molly James impressed with multiple top 5 finishes, showcasing their talent on the world stage. The relay teams further demonstrated Trafford Metro's strength by clinching three bronze medals.
L-R Jonathan Altoft, Charlotte Taylor, Molly James, Dan Mills
L-R Bec Owens, Molly James, Charlotte Taylor, Vicky Cunningham
