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Jiya Rai, swimmer with autism, becomes first Indian to win prestigious open-water award

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At just 16 years old, Rai also became the first girl with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to complete a solo swim across the English Channel, achieving this incredible feat in 17 hours and 25 minutes. Established in 2008, the WOWSA Awards celebrate remarkable achievements in open-water swimming by recognizing athletes, organizers, and contributors who have significantly advanced the sport. This year’s awards saw an overwhelming response, with 849…
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Jiya Rai, swimmer with autism, becomes first Indian to win prestigious open-water award

At just 16 years old, Rai also became the first girl with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to complete a solo swim across the English Channel, achieving this incredible feat in 17 hours and 25 minutes. Established in 2008, the WOWSA Awards celebrate remarkable achievements in open-water swimming by recognizing athletes, organizers, and contributors who have significantly advanced the sport. This year’s awards saw an overwhelming response, with 849…

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