The West Midlands were represented by 16 swimmers from 7 clubs at the recent European Masters Championships in Bratislava, 18-24 Aug 2026.
Podium finishes:
Gold:
J. Wardle 40-44 yrs, 50 Back
A. Fordham 70-74 yrs, 50 and 100 Free (both in new European record times)
Black Country n Potteries Ladies 280+ team Medley and Freestyle (both setting new Championship Records)
Silver
J. Wardle 40-44 yrs, 200 Free
J. Wardle 40-44 yrs, 200 IM
K. Tunnicliffe 70-74 yrs, 100 Back
Bronze
R. Turner 45-49 yrs, 100 Breast
R. Turner 45-49 yrs, 50 Breast
A. Bourne 70-74 yrs 400 Free
L. Gowland 65-69 yrs, 50 Free
K. Tunnicliffe 70-74 yrs, 50 Back
Full list of the region’s representatives
Ross Turner 45-49 yrs, 50 Breast
Sandwell Masters- C. Cook
Stratford Sharks- A. Skirvin
Rugby- R. Turner
Wolverhampton- M. Holland
Kenilworth Masters- J. Wardle, A. Cooper, S. Linton
Birmingham Masters- A. Bourne, B. Seaford, S. Tinley, P. Wilkes
Worcester- E. Smith, J. Smith
Black Country n Potteries- K. Tunnicliffe, L. Gowland, B. Boxall, A. Fordham
A huge well done to all swimmers representing Swim England West Midlands.
