Queen of the Channel
The Queen of the Channel is a title bestowed on the woman who has completed more successful swims of the English Channel than any other. It is held by Alison Streeter with a total of 43 swims.
List of Queen of the Channel
| Swimmer[1] | Number of Crossings | Years Held Title |
|---|---|---|
 Gertrude Ederle | 1 | 1926-1953 |
| Florence Chadwick | 2-3 | 1953-1964 |
 Greta Andersen | 4-5 | 1964-1978 |
 Cynthia Nicholas | 6-19 | 1978-1992 |
 Alison Streeter | 20-43 | 1992- |
References
- ↑ "Queen of the Channel". Channel Swimming Association. 2008. Retrieved 22 September 2010.
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