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Alumnus competes in European Aquathlon Championships

Rob Newton (OH 2000-07) finished in 12th place
11 Oct 2022
Written by Victoria Bastiman
OH News
Rob competing in the European Aquathlon Championships
Rob competing in the European Aquathlon Championships

Rob Newton studied at Hymers College from 2000 to 2007.  He returned in 2021 to start teaching in the Junior School.

In September 2022, he competed in the European Aquathlon Championships, which took place in Bilbao, Spain! This Aquathlon comprised of a 1km river swim, followed by a 5km run.  Rob finished in an incredible 12th place with a time of 32 minutes and 33 seconds.

A huge well done from everyone at Hymers!

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