On 17 January 2026, the city of Krasnoyarsk hosted the city and regional underwater sports competitions titled “Day of Stayer”, dedicated to long-distance finswimming events. The competition took place at the DWS SibSU swimming pool, a 50-meter indoor facility, and brought together athletes from across the Krasnoyarsk region.
The “Day of Stayer” is a traditional event in the regional finswimming calendar, specifically focused on endurance disciplines. It provides an important competitive platform for athletes specializing in middle- and long-distance races, allowing them to test their aerobic capacity, race strategy, and technical efficiency under official competition conditions.
Throughout the day, swimmers competed in finswimming events that emphasized sustained speed, efficient technique, and tactical pacing. The event featured a broad range of age categories, highlighting both experienced athletes and promising young talents. For many participants, the competition served as a key benchmark at the beginning of the competitive season, offering valuable feedback for subsequent training phases.
The DWS SibSU pool once again proved to be a suitable venue for high-level underwater sports events, ensuring optimal racing conditions and smooth organization. Coaches, officials, and spectators noted the high level of preparation shown by the athletes, as well as the competitive spirit that characterized the races.
Beyond the results, the “Day of Stayer” reaffirmed its role in promoting finswimming and underwater sports within the Krasnoyarsk region. Events of this kind contribute to athlete development, strengthen the regional sports community, and support the long-term growth of endurance-based finswimming disciplines.
The successful staging of the competition on 17 January 2026 confirmed Krasnoyarsk’s continued commitment to underwater sports and set a positive tone for the upcoming season.






