Austrian swimmers compete in inclusive championships
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Around 70 athletes from eleven institutions and four Austrian states recently competed in the 11th Mürztal Swimming Championships held in Kapfenberg.
The Lebenshilfe Mürztal and Sportbündel associations organised the event, which focused on enjoyment, connection, and shared experience as much as athletic competition. Swimmers of various ages participated in the competitions. A highlight of the championships was a unified event where athletes swam alongside students from HLW Krieglach, a school in Krieglach.
Martin Sommerauer of Sportbündel said the shared swimming demonstrated how sports connect people and enable interactions based on equality. Organisers thanked volunteers, the city of Kapfenberg, HLW Krieglach, the Austrian Lifesaving Society, and sponsors for their support.
