Austrian Synchronized Swimmers Shine: Gold at World Championships!

Mödling, Österreich - In a dazzling display of talent and perseverance, Anna-Maria and Eirini-Marina Alexandri have clinched gold at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, marking a historic achievement for Austria. This gold medal, which they won in the Technical Routine category, is not just their first at this year’s championships but also the nation’s first medal at the 2025 swimming World Championships. The sisters, now 27, have become well-known faces in the sport, having previously competed at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, where they finished fourth.

As reported by Olympics.com, their journey to this moment was marked by a strategic focus on enjoyment over comparison. Rather than fixating on their rivals, the Alexandri sisters aimed to savor their performance, which undoubtedly paid off. They shattered their own records with an astounding score of 307.1451 points in the preliminary round, surpassing their previous best of 301.8800 points.

Backing Through Changes

The win is especially meaningful following some major changes in their training regime. After parting ways with their long-time coach, the sisters now train under the guidance of Japanese coach Takako Nakajima. They made a bold choice to concentrate on the Technical Routine, a decision that seems to have paid off richly. Meanwhile, Vasiliki Alexandri, the sisters’ sibling and a European Champion herself, just missed a medal in the same event, finishing in fourth place.

The pressure from strong competition has not proven too much for the Alexandri sisters. They demonstrated phenomenal skill and composure against formidable opponents, a testament to their dedication in what has been described as a grueling training regimen. Udo Landbauer, the Sports Provincial Councilor of Lower Austria, praised their remarkable achievement and underscored their role as role models for aspiring athletes.

A Complete Medals Collection

This triumph in Singapore follows their earlier success at the European Championships held in Madeira, where they also won gold in synchronized swimming. Reportedly, this was their first gold medal at these championships, paving the way for a historic moment for Lower Austria. Their score of 310.8800 points during the European Championships with a flawless routine achieved against strong competitors from Spain and France has given them a full set of accolades, including two silvers and a bronze, as outlined by MeinBezirk.at.

Even as the Alexandri sisters bask in the glory of their victories, Vasiliki has her sights set on making a statement in the Free Routine, hoping to bring home another medal for Austria. As for their German counterpart Klara Bleyer, whose hopes are pinned on the Free Routine, the competition remains fierce, but the Alexandri sisters have proven that with hard work and a little passion, the sky’s the limit.