A Record for the Fastest Ice Swim

On 13 January 2023, the Bulgarian Radostin Krastev set a new world record for the fastest men's 500-metre ice swim. His impressive time of 5 minutes, 36 seconds and 49 hundredths was achieved at the Fifth Ice Swimming World Championship in Samoëns, France. Radostin Krastev triumphantly set a new record, challenging the cold waters and demonstrating his exceptional physical fitness and skill in one of the most extreme and demanding disciplines. This feat reflects not only Radostin's individual achievements, but also raises Bulgaria's standing as a country deserving recognition on the world ice-swimming stage.