The 36-year-old anthropologist, Caroline Block PhD became the first person to attempt and complete a double crossing of Lake George in New York, finishing in 52 hours 24 minutes.

About

Lake George, the Queen of American Lakes, has been crossed by marathon swimmers since 1958, but Dr. Caroline Block became the first person to complete a 103.6 km two-way crossing finishing in 52 hours 24 minutes.

Why it was nominated

For completing another multi-day non-stop marathon swim and setting a world record in 52 hours 24 minutes to pioneer another swim.

Country

United States

Swimmer(s)

Caroline Block