US-based Filipina swimmer Georgia Francesca Carmina Tan has made waves in the international swimming scene, clinching three medals, including a gold, at the 18th Singapore Open Artistic Swimming Championships held at the Singapore Aquatic Center on November 24, 2023.
Born and raised in Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Tan, now training in California, dominated the Solo Free Group C Open Seniors class, securing a gold medal with a total score of 96.6370 points. She outperformed Shashani Fernando of Sri Lanka, who claimed the silver with 95.3589 points.
The 16-year-old prodigy, coached by Giella Sanchez, also showcased her talent in other categories. She earned a silver medal in the Solo Tech Group C (15-19 Juniors) with 187.4137 points and a bronze medal in the Solo Tech Group D (Open Seniors) with 130.9950 points.
"We celebrate this milestone for artistic swimming in the Philippines! Maraming salamat, Philippine Aquatics Inc. (PAI)," Sanchez expressed her pride and gratitude.
Tan's impressive performance has paved the way for her participation in the upcoming Southeast Asia Age Group Championships in Bangkok, Thailand, scheduled for December 6-8. She will be joined by fellow swimmers Antonia Lucia Rafaelle and Zoe Lim.
Aside from artistic swimming, teams from swimming, diving, and water polo will also represent the Philippines at the Thailand competition.
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