Kaan Vural transitions from pool to open water swimming

Kaan Vural, a champion swimmer from the Aliağa Municipality Swimming Course for Individuals with Special Needs, is transitioning from pool competitions to open water swimming. Vural has already secured 10 medals in regional championships, consisting of six first-place and four second-place finishes.

Following an invitation from the Open Water Türkiye community, Vural is preparing to participate in an open water swimming event in Urla as part of the October 29 Republic Day celebrations. Aliağa Mayor Serkan Acar met with the athlete to discuss his progress and expressed support for initiatives that enable individuals with special needs to excel in sports.

Mazlum Yılmaz, a special education coach at Aliağa Municipality, noted that while initial training focused on water acclimation and freestyle technique, Vural demonstrated exceptional endurance and determination throughout his development.