The George Wheaton 50m BBB handicap race is one of the most hotly contested and historic trophy races of the season.
George Wheaton was a former secretary of Drummoyne Swimming Club who tragically died after racing his four sons in a “Father and Son” race at the Club in 1937. His last surviving son, Noel, who was racing with his father that day, sadly passed away three years ago.
It was a very close race last Saturday with competitors performing their absolute best. Only days back from Alaska, James Simmons managed to blast into first position and take the trophy. His cold water training in the Arctic paid off! Exhausted after hitting the wall to win, James took in the win after taking in some deep breaths. Excellent work!
Congratulations to all other swimmers, all of whom swam breaststroke except for Gabrielle Perkins who did backstroke and achieved a PB!
It was a special moment with members of the Wheaton family on pool deck. The trophy was even presented by 4 year old George, the great great grandson of the trophy’s namesake.