Swiss eco-adventurer Noam Yaron's bid to set a new world record for the longest wetsuit swim without leaving the water has ended after almost 100 kms. + Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The goal of Yaron's swim between Calvi and Monaco was to promote and protect the Mediterranean's biodiversity. The 27-year-old swimmer set off from Calvi, Corsica, at 8am on Friday, his team said on Sunday. "After two days and two nights of intense, continuous swimming, he completed the exceptional distance of almost 100 km." + Swiss contribution to emissions-free planet 'disappointing' Right from the start of his journey, however, he had to contend with unfavorable conditions, including adverse currents that considerably extended the total time scheduled for the crossing. Because of these conditions, his team and experts recommended that he abandon the attempt. "The sea won" "I spent 48 hours swimming continuously without sleeping and avoiding the jellyfish, but this time ...
