Down Syndrome European Championships 2025
RDASC Swimmers Shine on the European Stage!
Ellen, Harvey and Jake represent Team GB at the Down Syndrome European Championships
There are celebrations and pride rippling through Richmond this week as three of RDASC’s talented swimmers Ellen, Harvey, and Jake made a huge splash representing Team GB at the Down Syndrome European Championships!
The international competition brought together the best swimmers from across Europe, and the trio from Richmond Dales Swimming Club did their country and club proud with a string of outstanding performances, records, and medals.
Ellen
Ellen delivered a phenomenal performance throughout the championships, storming to Six European titles, two silver medals, six gold medals and setting an incredible Four new world records! To top it all off, she achieved seven personal bests out of eight swims, showing world-class consistency and determination. Ellen’s achievements cemented her place among Europe’s finest swimmers and brought huge pride to Team GB and RDASC alike.
Harvey
Harvey also enjoyed a fantastic meet, achieving multiple personal bests, breaking more World, European and British records, and collecting a stack of medals along the way. One of the standout moments came in the 100m Individual Medley, where Harvey produced an incredible swim alongside his friend Vincent from Portugal, a true display of competitive spirit, sportsmanship, and international friendship.
Jake
Jake’s determination and hard work paid off in every race. He knocked time off every single swim, showing just how much progress, he’s made this season. His efforts were rewarded with a superb bronze medal in the 200m Butterfly and a silver medal in his age group, a fantastic achievement on the European stage!
A Club Bursting with Pride
Coaches, teammates, and supporters back home couldn’t be prouder. The RDASC community has been celebrating their achievements across social media, sharing photos, videos, and plenty of heartfelt congratulations. From the local pool in Richmond to the international spotlight, Ellen, Harvey, and Jake have proven that dreams really do come true when you dive in and give it your all.
Congratulations to our incredible RDASC swimmers and Team GB — you’ve made Richmond proud!