2011 World Championships Open Water Swimming Schedule

Following a meeting in Shanghai, host of the 14th FINA World Championships from July 16-31, 2011, FINA designated the site of Jinshan City Beach to host the Open Water Swimming events of this competition. The selection the site has been made in function of the quality of the water, the close availability of high-standard accommodation for the National Federations' teams and the possibility of fully implementing the safety conditions for all participants in the 5km, 10km and 25km races.

The competition course is located within an embankment in Jinshan City Beach. The water in the embankment originates from sea water pumped from outside the dam through the floodgate. After going through natural sedimentation, the turbid sea water can turn clear, and the sea water is drawn into the embankment on a regular basis.

In order to create the best possible competitive environment for the athletes, and to avoid the peak hours of the day in relation to the air and water temperature, FINA has also re-scheduled the programme of events.

2011 Open Water Swimming World Championship Schedule

• Tuesday, July 19 - 09:00, 10km Women
• Wednesday, July 20 - 09:00, 10km Men
• Thursday, July 21 - 09:00, 5km Team Event
• Friday, July 22 - 08:00, 5km Women; 10:00, 5km Men
• Saturday, July 23 - 08:00, 25km Men; 08:15, 25km Women