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From 12 to 14 November, the Videna Aquatic Centre in Lima hosts the eighth and final stop of the 2026 Para Swimming World Series. According to World Para Swimming, 171 athletes from 23 countries have entered. The Peruvian capital is hosting a World Series meet for the second time after its debut in October 2025.
Among the home swimmers is 16-year-old Micaela Apaestegui Farfan. She won the women’s 50 m freestyle at the same pool last year. This time she has entered the 100 m and 400 m freestyle and the 50 m backstroke. Peru has entered 21 athletes, while Mexico has the largest delegation with 47 swimmers.
The meet also gives the host city a test ahead of the 2027 Parapan American Games in Lima. The Peruvian Paralympic Committee will stream every session live on its official YouTube channel. World Para Swimming links to the channel in its announcement.
Original source: World Para Swimming / International Paralympic Committee ↗
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