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Finswimming World Ranking
Finswimming World Rankings 2024: A Comprehensive Overview
Finswimming, a unique and exhilarating water sport, continues to grow globally, with the 2024 season shaping up to be one of the most competitive years yet. The recently released 2024 Finswimming World Rankings highlight the impressive achievements of top athletes from around the world. These rankings not only celebrate the fastest times but also reflect the dedication and hard work of finswimmers who continue to push the boundaries of human performance in aquatic sports.
These events, among many others, laid the groundwork for a thrilling competitive season leading up to the much-anticipated rounds of the CMAS World Cup.
The CMAS World Cup: A Crucial Stage for Global Rankings
The CMAS World Cup is the most prestigious series of events in finswimming, drawing athletes from all over the world to compete for ranking points and global recognition. The 2024 World Cup will be held in several rounds, beginning in Aix en Provence, France, from 23rd to 25th February, with subsequent rounds in Italy, the United States, and other locations. These events are not only a chance for athletes to improve their rankings but also a key pathway to qualification for major international championships such as the CMAS World Championships.
Among the notable CMAS World Cup rounds are:
- Aix en Provence, France (23rd-25th February): The first round promises intense competition as athletes aim to start the season strong.
- Lignano, Italy (22nd-24th March): This round is always one of the most exciting, given Italy’s deep history in finswimming and the strong performances of Italian athletes.
- Coral Springs, USA (13th-14th April): The third round of the World Cup brings the competition to the Americas, offering a different competitive environment and unique challenges for participants.
Spotlight on Top Athletes in 2024
Several athletes have already made their mark in the 2024 rankings, showcasing their speed, skill, and determination. A few standouts include:
- Mauricio Fernandez Castillo (Colombia): Currently ranked as the top male finswimmer in the world with a time of 15.39 seconds in the 50-meter surface finswimming event. Fernandez Castillo’s consistency and explosive power in the water make him a force to be reckoned with in every competition.
- Yaoyao Hu (China): Dominating the women’s category with a remarkable time of 17.11 seconds in the 50-meter surface event, Hu continues to raise the bar for her competitors, representing the growing strength of the Chinese finswimming program.
- Maria Iliaki (Greece): A rising star in the junior division, Iliaki set a new World Junior Record with a time of 17.42 seconds. Her performance at the European Junior Championships in Klaipeda, Lithuania, put her on the global radar as a future contender for senior titles.
- Diana Sliseva (Russia): One of the top-ranked female athletes, Sliseva has been a consistent performer, achieving a time of 17.11 seconds, tying with Hu for the top spot. Her technical precision and focus have made her a formidable competitor.
Noteworthy Performances by Country
Finswimming is a sport where countries from all continents are making their presence felt. Here’s a breakdown of some of the top-performing nations:
- Russia continues to be a powerhouse in finswimming, with multiple athletes across different age categories making it into the top ranks. Russian finswimmers consistently dominate in events like the 50m surface and 100m surface categories, owing to a well-structured training system and strong national competitions.
- South Korea has shown a meteoric rise in the sport, particularly in the men’s division. With athletes like Chanyoung Kim and Dongjin Lee consistently placing in the top five, Korea is solidifying its reputation as a leading nation in Asian finswimming.
- Colombia is proving its dominance in the Americas, with several athletes placing in the top 10 globally. Mauricio Fernandez Castillo’s leadership in the sport is helping to boost finswimming’s profile in South America.
Youth Talent on the Rise
A significant aspect of the 2024 rankings is the emergence of young talents who are breaking onto the international scene. Junior finswimmers are not only setting new personal bests but are also challenging senior athletes with their performances.
- Raphael Kokkinos (Greece): A name to watch in the future, Kokkinos delivered a stellar performance in Thessaloniki with a time of 15.87 seconds in the 50-meter surface event. His speed and technique indicate that he could soon be competing for senior titles.
- Ekaterina Mikhailushkina (Russia): Another junior talent making waves is Mikhailushkina, with a time of 17.35 seconds. Her potential to rise through the ranks in the coming years is undeniable.
These junior athletes, alongside others, ensure that the future of finswimming is bright and that the sport will continue to grow globally.
The Road Ahead for 2024
As the season progresses, finswimmers will continue to compete in various national and international events, aiming to improve their times and rankings. The CMAS World Championships in Belgrade, Serbia, from 12th to 16th July will undoubtedly be the pinnacle of the 2024 season. Athletes will not only be competing for medals but also for global recognition and records.
Additionally, regional and national championships across Europe, Asia, and the Americas will provide crucial opportunities for finswimmers to fine-tune their skills and maintain peak form.
Conclusion
The 2024 Finswimming World Rankings have already revealed an exciting and competitive season ahead. With established champions defending their titles and young athletes eager to make their mark, finswimming is set to reach new heights. The sport’s global reach is expanding, and as more countries invest in training and development, the level of competition will only increase.
As we look forward to the remainder of the season, one thing is clear: finswimming continues to capture the attention of sports enthusiasts around the world, and the athletes competing in 2024 are setting a new standard for excellence in this dynamic sport.
Our friend Tim Willruth updated the Finswimming World Ranking:
New 2024
Update: 17.07.2024
Key Competitions of 2024
The 2024 season began with a series of national and international events across multiple countries. Some of the most notable competitions included:
14.01. Limit Days of Thessaloniki Thessaloniki Greece
20.01. Regional Thuringa Competition Erfurt Germany
22.01.-24.01. Regional Stroitel Competition Stroitel Russia
26.01.-28.01. Venezuelean National Championships Caracas Venezuela
27.01. Greek Limit Days Nea Smyrni Greece
27.01.-28.01. 4th Byzantino Trophy Ravenna Italy
27.01.-01.02. Regional Port Said Winter Championships Port Said Egypt
28.01. Regional French interclub competition Anger France
30.01.-03.02. Regional Cairo Winter Championships Cairo Egypt
01.02.-04.02. Ukrainian Cup Kiev Ukraine
03.02. Croatian Cup Zagreb Croatia
03.02.-04.02. 1st French National Meeting Metz France
04.02. Regional Saxony Championships Leipzig Germany
17.02. Regional Berlin Championships Berlin Germany
08.02.-11.02. Greek Winter Games Ioannina Greece
10.02.-11.02. Italian Pre Category Competiton Lignano Italy
13.02.-15.02. Turkish Winter Championships Istanbul Turkyie
13.02.-18.02. Russian Cup Novosibirsk Russia
23.02.-25.02. 1st round CMAS World Cup 2024 Aix En Provence France
02.03. 3 Fins Cup Zilina Slovakia
08.03.-10.03. Italian National Winter Championships Lignano Italy
09.03.-10.03. Spanish Winter Championships Vitoria Spain
10.03. 3rd Technical Days Peristeri Greece
15.03.-17.03. Turkish Junior Championships Sakarya Turkyie
16.03.-17.03. South German Championships Freiburg Germany
21.03.-23.03. Korean National Selection Competition Jeju Korea
22.03.-24.03. 2nd round CMAS World Cup 2024 Lignano
Italy 22.03.-24.03. Colombian Interclub Championships Barranquilla Colombia
23.03. Venezuelan Championships Sabado Manana Venezuela
23.03.-24.03. Regional German Competition Rostock Germany
27.03.-30.03. Russian Regional Saratov Competition Saratov Russia
02.04.-03.04. Russian Regional Novosibirsk Competition Novosibirsk Russia
06.04. Hungarian Diamond Cup Kaposvar Hungary
06.04.-07.04. Czech national Championships Olomouc Czech Republic
06.04.-07.04. 2nd French National Meeting Rennes France
07.04. Regional Athen Competition Athen Greece
13.04.-14.04. Russian Regional Yekaterinburg Competition Yekaterinburg Russia
13.04.-14.04. 3rd round CMAS World Cup 2024 Coral Springs USA
17.04.-20.04. Chinese National Championships Guangdong China
17.04.-21.04. Egyptian Cup Cairo Egypt
20.04.-21.04. Greek Regional Chania Competition Chania Greece
20.04.-21.04. Hungarian National Championships Eger Hungary
20.04.-21.04. 3rd Memorial International Jose Luis Arino Sabadell Spain
26.04.-27.04. FISU World Championships Pereira Colombia
27.04. Czech Polis Cup Zlin Czech Republic
26.04.-28.04. Turkish National Championships Istanbul Turkyie
27.04.-28.04. Finnish National Championships Espoo Finland
01.05.-04.05. Russian National Championships St. Petersburg Russia
03.05.-05-05. French Senior and Junior National Championships Aix En Provence France
03.05.-05-05. German Junior National Championships Rostock Germany
04.05.-05.05. Korean National Championships Chungcheongnam-do Korea
05.05. Belgium National Championships Genk Belgium
10.05.-12.05. Greek National Championships Peristeri Greece
10.05.-12.05. Indonesian National Championships Surabaya Indonesia
11.05.-12.05. Thailand National Championships Bangkok Thailand
11.05.-12.05. Polish National Championships Gliwice Poland
11.05.-12.05. Japanese National Championships Yokohama Japan
17.05.-19.05. Czech National Championships Pardubice Czech Republic
17.05.-21.05. Ukrainian Junior National Championships Kiev Ukraine
18.05. Hungarian World Championship Trials Kecskemet Hungary
18.05.-21.05. Turkish National Championships Istanbul Turkyie
23.05.-25.05. Regional Tomsk Competition Tomsk Russia
25.05.-26.05. Austrian National Championships Maria Enzersdorf Austria
26.05. Italian Regional Ghirlandina Competition Ghirlandina Italy
28.05.-30.05. Vietnamese Junior National Championships Tien Giang Vietnam
31.05.-02.06. Italian National Championships Lignano Italy
02.06. Limit Days of Thessaloniki Thessaloniki Greece
01.06.-03.06. Colombian Interclub National Championships Cali Colombia
08.06.-09.06. German National Championships Leipzig Germany
27.06.-28.06. Korean WC Trials Jeju Korea
27.06.-30.06. CMAS European Junior Championships Klaipeda Lithuania
09.07.-12.07. CMAS Master World Championships Belgrade Serbia
12.07.-14.07. Vietnamese National Championships Na Dang Vietnam
12.07.-16.07. CMAS World Championships Belgrade Serbia
The three rankings have been prepared using the results from the latest Finswimming events.
Please note: these rankings are not official, but it’s a very hard work by Tim himself, with no federal or confederal support.