David Popovici will take part in the World Short Course Swimming Championships in Australia in the coming days. The competition in Melbourne gathers more than 1,000 athletes from 180 countries.

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David Popovich will use CM for experience

A two-time world and European champion in the 100m and 200m freestyle, David admitted he is not a fan of the shorter distance (25m) but will use the world championships in Australia as a way to gain experience.

“I don’t think it’s a bluff to say that I don’t like short-distance races. I am somewhat built for long distance competition.

The turns and starts are more intense over a shorter distance, so it’s a great opportunity to gather information and gain experience and become the best version of yourself.

Of course there is a rivalry between myself and Kyle Chalmers, but I think the rivalry is only in the 50m. Kyle holds the world record in the 25m and I am the world record holder in the distance.

So maybe in a few years this rivalry will become real. My goal is to make it to the finals, and as we all know, when you’re in the finals, you have a chance.” Davyd Popovychquoted by the COSR Facebook page.

“Melbourne is great. I have wanted to come to Australia for a long time. Sports culture is a big thing in Australia. Children and adults here love a healthy lifestyle, practicing swimming and water sports, as well as everything related to sports.

People here are very friendly and open. It is nice to see so much greenery and to be here in the summer. I like! Although the event hasn’t started yet, I’m sure it will be one of my favorite events,” he added Davyd Popovych.

What you need to know about WC from swimming in short water

The competition in Melbourne will run from December 13 to 18, and the total prize pool is $2.160 million.

Each athlete who sets a world record (if it happens, of course) will receive a bonus of $25,000.

How will the athletes be awarded

1st place – $10,000

2nd place – $8,000

3rd place – $7,000

4th place – $6,000

5th place – $5,000

6th place – $4,000

7th place – $3000

8th place – $2000

Romanian athletes have registered for the WC in short-course swimming

• David Popovich – coach Adrian Redulescu / 100 m, 200 m and 400 m freestyle.

• Robert Glinza – coach Luca Gabrillo / 50 m, 100 m, 200 m backstroke and 100 m freestyle.

• Andrii Angel – coach Marius Grigore / 50 m backstroke and 50 m butterfly.

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