Master Anish Ajay Pai, a talented swimmer from KLES' International School, Belagavi, secured the runner-up title in the boys' category at the 61st Sunk Rock to Gateway of India Open Ocean Swimming Race 2025, held recently in Mumbai. In a fiercely competitive race, Anish narrowly missed the championship by just one second.
The prestigious event, organized by the Maharashtra State Amateur Aquatic Association, took place on Sunday, February 16. Competing in the final stage of the boys' fourth group race, Anish showcased remarkable skill and determination, outperforming several contenders in a thrilling showdown against Ranbir Singh Gaur from Nagpur.