Finswimming is one of the most exciting water sport ever. Finswimming is a sport belonging to the aquatic specialties which, using specific equipment (monofin, fins, snorkel or cylinders) allows the athlete to reach much higher speeds than swimming. There are indoor (swimming pools) and open water (sea, lake, rivers) championships.

To which federation belongs Finswimming?

The international federation to which fin swimming belongs is CMAS, the Confédération Mondial des Activités Subaquatiques, which is part of the ARISF, and is a discipline recognized by the IOC.

Is there an age limit to join Finswimming?

Finswimming is suitable for any age . In fact, there are competitions for very young people, for children and adults and for veterans, over 25 years old.

How can I find a Finswimming club?

You can find Finswimming clubs easily, just looking on the internet.

How can i stay updated with Finswimming News?

Finswimmer Magazine is the most comprehensive web site about Finswimming in which you can find events, updates and everything about Finswimming.

Justus Mörstedt Sets New European Record in 200 Surface at the 2025 CMAS European Finswimming Championships - Finswimmer Magazine

Olsztyn, Poland – July 17, 2025

The 2025 CMAS European Finswimming Championships in Olsztyn continue to deliver breathtaking performances, and Day 1 saw a sensational moment in the men’s 200 meters surface (200sf) race. German finswimmer Justus Mörstedt, born in 2001, broke the European Record with a time of 1:18.94, rewriting the continental history books in style.

This incredible swim, achieved in front of a packed and energized crowd, marks a new milestone in Mörstedt’s career. Already known among insiders as a consistent and technically brilliant athlete, Mörstedt pushed beyond expectations to become the fastest European ever on this distance, showcasing perfect streamline, turns, and monofin rhythm across all four laps.

His performance surpasses the previous continental best and brings Germany back to the spotlight in a discipline often dominated by Eastern European nations and Italy. Mörstedt’s result adds to a growing list of world-class German swimmers stepping up at this year’s European Championships, making Germany a serious contender for the overall medal standings.

Speaking after the race, the German coaching staff praised Mörstedt’s discipline, underwater work, and preparation leading up to the event. “He has been focused on this goal for the past season, and today everything clicked,” said one of his coaches.

The 200sf race requires not only speed but endurance and pacing strategy. Mörstedt executed a nearly flawless race, maintaining exceptional speed throughout the final 50 meters where most swimmers begin to fade. His split times were remarkably even, confirming his ability to control the pace while maintaining explosive output.

As the Championships move forward, the bar has been set high by this performance. Finswimming fans across Europe are now watching to see if Justus Mörstedt can repeat this excellence in his upcoming events—and if anyone else can rise to the challenge and chase down his new benchmark.

With this record, Mörstedt not only earns a place in the history of European finswimming but also sends a strong message ahead of future international competitions, including the CMAS World Championships and World Cup circuit.

Olsztyn 2025 has just begun, but this moment is already among its defining highlights.