Freediving

Swimmers plan New Malden record breaking attempt (Wandsworth Guardian)

4 Jul 2008

Two underwater swimmers will hold their breath and attempt to break a UK record this month in New Malden. Alan Barber, 35, the current UK record holder will attempt to swim 202 metres with a single fin attached to his feet.

The underwater swimmers who will hold their breath to break UK record (Wandsworth Guardian)

3 Jul 2008

Two underwater swimmers will hold their breaths and attempt to break a UK record this month in New Malden. Alan Barber, 35, the current UK record holder will attempt to swim 202 metres with a single fin attached to his feet.

More freedivers, more fatal freediving accidents (Cyber Diver News Network)

28 Jun 2008

FLORIDA (25 June 2008) — Pearl divers and sponge fishermen have been doing it for thousands of years: swimming into the depths and holding their breath underwater for longer than many people might think possible.