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Skippers Pulling Out of Rotto Swim Amid ‘Dangerous’ Weather

Organisers cancelled the swim due to strong winds up to 55 km/h and hazardous currents, prioritizing safety for about 2,500 swimmers and support teams without offering refunds.

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Organisers are yet to make a final decision on whether the race will be cancelled.

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ABC AustraliaABC Australia
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No refunds for participants as Rottnest Channel Swim cancelled

Perth's iconic Rottnest Channel Swim has been cancelled as forecast strong winds and unfavourable ocean conditions leaves thousands of swimmers and support crew disappointed.

·Australia
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Sydney Morning HeraldSydney Morning Herald
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‘Incredibly disappointed’: South32 Rottnest Channel Swim officially cancelled

It is the second time the event has been cancelled in two years.

·Sydney, Australia
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PerthNowPerthNow
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Skippers pulling out of Rotto swim amid ‘dangerous’ weather

Organisers are yet to make a final decision on whether the race will be cancelled.

·City of Perth, Australia
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The West AustralianThe West Australian
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Sailors stuck on submarine off WA amid Rottnest swim

A British nuclear-powered submarine has been forced to remain offshore near Perth after the Rottnest Channel Swim blocked its planned entry into HMAS Stirling.

·Australia
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The West Australian broke the news in Australia on Friday, February 20, 2026.
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