Posted on Thursday 14th August, 2025

Tasmanians at 2025 World Masters Championships

Tassie Swimmers Shine at World Masters Championships in Singapore as Tony Forman leads the charge!

 Singapore, August 13, 2025 – A team of determined and talented Tasmanian swimmers has made a splash on the world stage, wrapping up an inspiring six-day campaign at the 2025 World Masters Swimming Championships in Singapore.

Leading the charge was Tony Forman (TAC, 80–84), whose exceptional form earned him four medals – including gold in the 800m freestyle and three silvers in the 100, 200, and 400 freestyle events. Forman also posted a remarkable 9-second personal best in the 800m, cementing his status as a standout of the meet.

Teammates  from TAC (Hobart Aquatic Club) and THB (Hobart Dolphins) also made waves:

  • Philip Tyrell (70–74) delivered multiple top 10 finishes and clocked PBs in the 200 and 400 freestyle.
  • Gabrielle Osborne (55–59) impressed with top 10 placings in the 50 butterfly, 50 breaststroke and 50 freestyle.
  • Anne Henderson (55–59) showed grit in endurance events, finishing 5th in the 800 Free, 4th in the 200 Butterfly, 5th in the 400 IM and 7th in the 400 Free.
  • Penny Lucas (60–64) had a strong championship performance with a PB and 6th place in the 50 freestyle, and more PBs in the 50 and 100 back.
  • Leisl Wylie and Elisa McMillan (THB) both swam consistently across the week, racking up PBs and representing Tasmania with pride.

 Richard Jonkens (TVD), representing Western Australia but flying the Tasmanian flag, also had a strong meet with PBs in the 50, 200 and 400 freestyle events.
Jim Groom (TTL), representing Manley, also excelled getting a bronze in the 2oo backstroke and ding well in the 50 and 100 backstroke and 50 and 100m freestyle.

The team’s achievements were not just in medals and times — the event celebrated camaraderie, resilience, and the joy of lifelong competition, with participants aged 25 to nearly 100.

With the 2025 chapter closed, all eyes are now on Budapest 2027, where the Tassie crew will no doubt be back, faster and stronger.

Go Tassie!