Penang Open Water Swim Challenge
Open water swimming race at Tanjung Bungah — 1.5K, 3K, and 5K distances in warm tropical waters.
Open water swimming race along Penang's northern beaches with 1.5km, 3km, and 5km distances. Held at Tanjung Bungah, the event draws swimmers from across Malaysia and Singapore looking for a challenging alternative to pool competition in warm tropical waters.
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When
April 2026
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Where
Tanjung Bungah