Udupi man creates another record by swimming in sea with hands and legs shackled
The Hindu
Amid the rough condition of the Arabian Sea, 66-year-old swimmer Gangadhar G. Kadekar of Udupi entered the Golden Book of World Records by swimming 3.5 km with his legs and hands shackled in Udupi
Amid the rough condition of the Arabian Sea, 66-year-old swimmer Gangadhar G. Kadekar of Udupi entered the Golden Book of World Records by swimming 3.5 km with his legs and hands shackled in Udupi on Monday. He swam from St Mary’s Island to Padukare covering the distance in five hours and 35 minutes.
Mr. Kadekar wore handcuffs and leg shackles during his feat. Many enthusiasts supported Mr. Kadekar during his swim.
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