However, all but two swimmers completed the race, with many expressing their enjoyment of the challenge. READ MORE: Iconic marine event to take place in Cowes over August Bank Holiday weekendThe event saw swimmers race 1.8 miles from Sandown Pier to Shanklin Rowing Club. The fastest swimmer overall was 20-year-old Ben van Der Helstraete from Seaclose Swim Club, who completed the race in 32.46 minutes. The fastest female and sixth overall was 18-year-old Isobel Muncaster, another Seaclose Swim Club member, who completed the race in 36.03 minutes. Marlins Swim Club extended gratitude to the 70 volunteers who supported the event both at sea and on the shore.