Blouberg, Blaauwberg, Cape Town – South Africa

Celebrated SA athlete overcame rough seas, spirited male competition and a record field to take victory in the gruelling 7.5km Cadiz Vista Nova Freedom Swim from Robben Island to Blouberg on Sunday.

Du Toit, 24, who swam a winning time of 1hr55min5sec, has now won the women’s division of this extreme event in seven successive attempts.

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