Charlotte Atkinson made a great start to the 2013 Isle of Man Swimming Championships.
In the 800 metres freestyle, she achieved a time of eight minutes, 56 seconds – 10 seconds within the qualifying time for next year’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Her time was also 14 seconds within the consideration time for the Island Games in Bermuda this July.
The second event of the Isle of Man Swimming Championships - the 1500m Freestyle – takes place on Sunday night.
IoM Women to begin 2026 Cherry Godfrey Cup campaign
Defending champions face hosts, Guernsey tonight (26 June)
Rugby: Ramsey not entering English Clubs Championship next season
Club citing high costs in reason for withdrawal for 2026/27
Shooting: Bellhouse wins in style
Twenty competitors take on English Skeet GP in Santon
Tennis: Harris to face Khachanov in Wimbledon first round
Former Island player to face top-20 competitor in Gentlemen's Singles
Golf: Draws made for 2026 Isle of Man Championships
Action to get underway at Rowany Golf Club next weekend