Limbang Tacik Ta'a Open Water Festival 2024 Successfully Held at Ta'aktana Labuan Bajo

[Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara, October 7] – The Limbang Tacik Ta’a, Ta’aktana Open Water Festival 2024, proudly sponsored by PT Fortuna Paradiso Optima (FPO) and Marriott International, was successfully held on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Ta’aktana Beach, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Labuan Bajo.

Event initiator Renaldus Iwan Sumarta expressed his gratitude for the smooth execution of the festival’s inaugural open water swimming competition

“Thankfully, the weather and sea conditions were favorable today, allowing all activities to run safely and smoothly. Congratulations to the winners, and sincere thanks to all participants who took part in our first-ever event,” Iwan said.

Witnessing the high enthusiasm of participants, Race Director Xtoredy shared his plans to make Limbang Tacik Ta’a an annual event. He hopes it will continue to promote Labuan Bajo as one of Indonesia’s premier destinations for unforgettable sports tourism experiences for both athletes and visitors

“Beyond attracting more race participants, I hope this event also draws travelers and swimming enthusiasts from around the world to experience the festival, enjoy the stunning landscapes and waters of Komodo National Park, and immerse themselves in the cultural richness of Labuan Bajo and across Flores,” Xtoredy concluded.

Limbang Tacik Ta’a 2024 welcomed participants from both Indonesia and abroad, including several national record holders. Under the supervision of Swim Course Manager Omar Suryaatmadja, new champions emerged in the master categories for the 2,000 and 5,000 meter races—open to non-professional swimmers aged 20 to 59—as well as in the elite athlete category for the 5,000 meter distance.

The excitement of the spectators during the 50-meter Pre-Race at the Olympic Pool Ta’aktana Labuan Bajo.

During the 50-meter Pre Race at the Olympic Pool of Ta’aktana Resort, national swimmer Aflah Fadlan Prawira clinched first place in the men’s category with a time of 27 seconds, while Michelle Elizabeth won the women’s category with a time of 37 seconds.

In the main race, Fadlan once again took top honors in the men’s 5,000 meter athlete category, finishing in 1 hour 5 minutes and 20 seconds. Meanwhile, national swimmer Adinda Larasati Kirana Dewi triumphed in the women’s 5,000 meter athlete category, clocking in at 1 hour 13 minutes and 37 seconds.

“Limbang Tacik Ta’a features a race route set in clear waters with breathtaking views of Labuan Bajo’s small islands. I’m thrilled with the record time I achieved, and I’m excited to defend my title at next year’s edition,” said Fadlan during the winner ceremony at Ta’aktana Resort.

The Caci Dance Performance Opened the Limbang Tacik Ta’a 2024 Winning Ceremony.

Complete Results – Limbang Tacik Ta’a: Ta’aktana Open Water Festival 2024

Athlete Category – 5000 m Men:

1. Aflah Fadlan Prawira
2. Elisei Stepanov
3. Satria Dwi Candra

Athlete Category – 5000 m Women:

1. Adinda Larasati Dewi Kirana
2. Vanesha Artawiyana
3. Magdalena Quinsha Ndu

Athlete Category – 5000 m Men (Age 20-29):

1. Marlingga Alfredo Prima

Athlete Category – 5000 m Men (Age 30-39):

1. Alex Taraskin
2. Gennadil Kruglov
3. Christopher Tanuwidjaya

Athlete Category – 5000 m Women (Age 30-39):

1. Michelle Elizabeth
2. Heydi Rininta
3. Anna Leschuk

Athlete Category – 5000 m Men (Age 40-49):

1. Benhart Hutabarat
2. Vladimir Yanin
3. Andrei Doigov

Athlete Category – 5000 m Women (Age 40-49):

1. Larasati Moerdijat
2. Ramayanti

Athlete Category – 5000 m Men (Age 50-59):

1. Mohamad Indrajit

Athlete Category – 2000 m Men (Age 20-29):

1. Nathaniel David Sumarta

Athlete Category – 2000 m Men (Age 30-39):

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1. James Sidoti
2. Lachlan Chubb
3. Sergei Vasilenko

Athlete Category – 2000 m Women (Age 30-39):

1. Citra Kusuma Melati
2. Antonia Li

Athlete Category – 2000 m Men (Age 40-49):

1. Dmitri Beliaev
2. Adwi Yuliansyah
3. Hendro Birowo

Athlete Category – 2000 m Women (Age 40-49):

1. Jemma Wilkinson Nguyen
2. Vee Gusti
3. Daria Vasilenko