European Aquatics Athlete of the Year Awards 2025: men’s open water swimming nominees

European Aquatics has announced the nominees for men’s open water swimming athlete of the year, recognising a group of athletes who delivered outstanding performances across the sport’s biggest international stages during one of the busiest years on record.

The shortlist reflects success at both the World Aquatics Championships and European Aquatics Open Water Swimming Championships, as well as numerous cups and tours throughout 2025.

Germany’s Florian Wellbrock is one of the most notable names on the list...