Published: December 07 2023
Hungarian swimmer Ajna Késely achieved a notable accomplishment at the European Short Course Championships in Otopeni, Romania. She won the bronze medal in the 800m freestyle event.
Késely's Bronze Medal Performance
Ajna Késely, 22 years old, finished the 800m freestyle race with a time of 8:18.73, securing the third-place position. Her fellow Hungarian swimmer, 18-year-old Nóra Flück, came in fourth with a time of 8:26.96.
The Race and Competition Highlights
The 32-lap final saw a tight competition between French swimmer Anastasiia Kirpichnikova and Italian swimmer Simona Quadarella for the first and second positions. Késely's solid performance allowed her to secure the bronze medal, with Flück following closely in fourth place. Kirpichnikova ultimately won the event with a time of 8:08.48.
Ajna Késely's Comments on the Achievement
Késely expressed her gratitude to the team and coach Otto Kovács, acknowledging the effort that went into achieving this result. She also mentioned that while short track is not her primary focus, it was a satisfying end to the year. Késely has already qualified for the Paris Olympics in 2023, and she looks forward to building on this momentum in the future.
Overall Results of the Women's 800m Freestyle
- Anastasiia Kirpichnikova (France) - 8:08.48
- Simona Quadarella (Italy) - 8:14.63
- Ajna Késely (Hungary) - 8:18.73 (Bronze Medal)
- Nóra Flück (Hungary) - 8:26.96
Questions & Answers
Who won the bronze medal in the 800m freestyle at the European Short Course Championships? Ajna Késely, a Hungarian swimmer, won the bronze medal in the 800m freestyle at the European Short Course Championships.
What was Ajna Késely's time in the 800m freestyle event? Ajna Késely finished the 800m freestyle event with a time of 8:18.73.
Who else from Hungary participated in the 800m freestyle event? Nóra Flück, an 18-year-old Hungarian swimmer, also participated in the 800m freestyle event and finished fourth with a time of 8:26.96.
Who won the women's 800m freestyle event at the European Short Course Championships? Anastasiia Kirpichnikova from France won the women's 800m freestyle event with a time of 8:08.48.
What did Ajna Késely say about her bronze medal win? Ajna Késely expressed her happiness and gratitude towards her coach, Otto Kovács, for their year-long collaboration. She mentioned that while short track is not her sport, she was pleased to end the year with a medal for the Hungarian team. Késely also mentioned that she has already achieved the required time for the Paris Olympics in 2023.
Did Ajna Késely qualify for the Paris Olympics? Yes, Ajna Késely has already passed the required time for the Paris Olympics in 2023.
Who claimed the overall Open Water Swimming World Cup title? Kristóf Rasovszky, a Hungarian swimmer, claimed the overall Open Water Swimming World Cup title.
