Carlin Heading To China For More Open Water Experience

Jazz Carlin has been named in Britain’s team for the Open Water World Series in China on September 16.

The double Olympic silver medallist will face many of the world’s best at Chun’An as she looks to make the switch from the pool.

Carlin will be joined in China by Jack Burnell and Tobias Robinson with all three having competed at the European Championships in Loch Lomond earlier this month.

On her international debut, Carlin finished 14th and admitted she still had a lot to learn about the often bruising sport.

“It was a really tough competition so I didn’t know what to expect,@ Carlin said after the 10km event in Scotland.

“I got a few clobbers around the nose. I made a few dodgy decisions and it didn’t really pay off. So I guess it’s about learning and finding out what works best for me.

“On the second or third lap I had a little tear to myself after I got hit around the nose.

“It’s just one of those things you’ve got to get used to. Everyone gets hit, everyone gets whacked.

“I’m loving the training. The competition hasn’t quite come together yet. I’m hoping that will come in time.

“I love swimming outdoors, love swimming in a pack. Hopefully the rest will come when I have more experience.”

“This is only my fourth 10k swim, my first proper competition. I’ll talk with my coach, go back to the drawing board to see what works.”