Glenrothes swimmer reaches UK Championship

Glenrothes sporting teen David Smyth is heading to the British Age Group Swimming Championships, being held from July 22-29 in Sheffield at Ponds Forge Arena.

By The Newsroom

Published 6th Jul 2022, 16:17 BST

The 16-year-old is the current Scottish age group champion on 100 breaststroke and Scottish junior champion in the same event.

Craig Holmes, Smyth’s head coach at Glenrothes Amateur Swimming Club, said: “Since returning to the pool post-Covid measures, David has made phenomenal progress by securing two national titles.”

On the occasion itself, Smyth said: “I’m looking forward to this event, as it’s my first time competing at the British championships.”

All from Glenrothes ASC have wished the local swimmer the very best of luck.

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