Teen Swimmer Targets Oceans Seven Record | California News

At just 19, Maya Merhige just swam the brutal Strait of Gibraltar in under four hours — a monumental feat that puts her one swim away from becoming the youngest ever to conquer the ultra-exclusive Oceans Seven. Known for its treacherous tides and limited crossings, this swim is a true test of endurance. Already a record-breaking teen who swam the Catalina and Kaiwi Channels before age 15, Maya uses her swims to fund cancer research, having raised over $190K. Her final challenge — the Tsugaru Strait in Japan — is set for next year, with her goal to finish before turning 20 and etch her name into swimming history. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8369817f391dab4e