Alan Durrett facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | 13 January 1948 |
| Height | 180 cm |
| Weight | 78 kg |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Swimming |
Alan Hugh Durrett was born on January 13, 1948. He is a former freestyle swimmer who competed for Northern Rhodesia.
Contents
Alan Durrett's Olympic Journey
Alan Durrett was a talented swimmer who had the chance to compete in the biggest sports event in the world: the Olympic Games! He took part in the 1964 Summer Olympics. These games were held in Tokyo, Japan.
Competing in the Olympics
At the 1964 Olympics, Alan Durrett competed in two different swimming events. He was a freestyle swimmer, which means he swam using the crawl stroke, the fastest swimming style. Representing his country at such a big event is a huge achievement for any athlete.
Northern Rhodesia at the Olympics
Northern Rhodesia was the country Alan Durrett represented. Today, this country is known as Zambia. The 1964 Olympics were special because it was the last time Northern Rhodesia competed under that name. Soon after, the country became independent and was renamed Zambia.
What is Freestyle Swimming?
Freestyle swimming is a category in swimming competitions. Swimmers can use any stroke they want. However, almost all swimmers choose the front crawl. This is because the front crawl is the fastest stroke. It involves alternating arm movements and a flutter kick.
