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Teen Swimmer Targets English Channel | Durham News
Seventeen-year-old Lorelei Schmidt, a rising star in endurance swimming, is preparing to tackle the legendary English Channel—marking her next giant leap after already conquering the Catalina and 20 Bridges swims. Inspired by pandemic pool closures, she found her calling in open water, where every swim feels fresh and thrilling. With her coach calling her a “diesel engine” for her relentless stamina, she’s training hard, fueled every 30 minutes, ready to brave currents, tides, and shipping lanes. This swim holds special meaning as it coincides with the 100th anniversary of Gertrude Ederle’s…
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