English Channel swim by Richard Davey
Swam the Channel in 8 hours and 5 minutes
The 19th fastest time out of 2,666 solo swims
World Record: Fastest swim from France to England
World Record: Fastest swim from France to England
Date: 8 September 1988
Country: UK (England)
Age: 23
Category: Solo Swim
Route: France > England
Country: UK (England)
Age: 23
Category: Solo Swim
Route: France > England
Organisation: Channel Swimming Association
Pilot: Ray Dixon
Observer: Ian Muir
Escort Boat: Channel Express
Pilot: Ray Dixon
Observer: Ian Muir
Escort Boat: Channel Express
Additional swim information:
Presented with a Rolex watch for the fastest swim of the year. Coached by Corrie Dixon.
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