Oussama Rashad
Our condolences to the family and friends of Oussama Rashad. The Egyptian and Arab Open Water Community has lost a legend...England to France 1977, 10 hours 20 minutes.
Following a meeting between the Channel Swimming Association, Channel Crossing Association, Channel Swimming Pilotage Federation, Channel Swimming & Pilotage Services and Coastguards from France and the UK it has been agreed by all that the swim season will from now on be between 1st April and 31st October each year.
This is first and foremost to protect the safety and welfare of the swimmers and support craft involved. Swims outside of this period will not be accepted on the grounds of safety.
Our condolences to the family and friends of Oussama Rashad. The Egyptian and Arab Open Water Community has lost a legend...England to France 1977, 10 hours 20 minutes.
