Oliver Durand — Namibian swimmer competing in 200m and 400m individual medley, pursuing 2028 Olympic qualification with over 100 national medals.
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New Era
Oliver Durand claimed more than five gold medals in individual events
“One of the standout performers, Oliver Durand, claimed more than five gold medals in his individual events and walked away with a trophy.”
Swimmers set new records at Long Course champsThe Namibian
Oliver Durand won 100m butterfly in 56,20 seconds
“He won the 100m butterfly in 56,20 seconds, which was just outside his national record of 55,95, while he won the 50m backstroke in 28,67 seconds, coming close to Ronan Wantenaar's record of 26,99.”
Durand smashes 800m record at Gala 3The Namibian
Oliver Durand won senior victor ludorum trophy with 4,025 points
“Durand won the senior victor ludorum trophy with 4 025 points, followed by Nico Esslinger of Dolphins with 3 381 and Luke Beukes of Aqua with 3 304 points, while Humphrey won the senior victrix ludorum trophy with 3 931 points, followed by Molly Smalley of Dolphins with 3 583 and Roselinde Matyayi of Aqua with 3 279 points.”
Durand, Humphrey star at Swimming NationalsThe Namibian
Oliver Durand broke four records in boys 15-16 year category
“Durand and Humphrey also featured amongst the record breakers at the championships, with Durand breaking four records in the boys 15-16 year category, while Humphrey broke one record in the girls 15-16 year category.”
Durand, Humphrey star at Swimming NationalsNamibia's 23-athlete delegation marched in the opening ceremony before competing across five sporting codes on the first day. Athletes recorded early results in bowls and swimming, including Waylon Wentzel's debut victory in men's singles bowls and several heats contested by Namibian swimmers.
15 hours ago · Informanté →
Namibia's 23-athlete delegation marched in the opening ceremony before competing across five sporting codes on the first day. Athletes recorded early results in bowls and swimming, including Waylon Wentzel's debut victory in men's singles bowls and several heats contested by Namibian swimmers.
15 hours ago · Informanté →
National swimming coach Jean-Michael Leitner says the Namibian swimmers selected for the Glasgow Commonwealth Games have earned their places through hard work and consistent results, and believes they are capable of reaching finals and competing for medals if they deliver their best performances.
22 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's swimmers delivered record-breaking performances at the second Short Course Gala on 19–20 June 2026, with Jessica Humphrey breaking the 50m freestyle open record and three age-group records, and other swimmers setting records across various events.
25 June 2026 · The Namibian →
A national swim team supported by the Namibia Podium Performance Programme has been sent to the 17th African Swimming Championships in Oran, Algeria, from 5 to 10 May, featuring eleven swimmers alongside a coach and team manager. The championships are expected to attract over 400 swimmers from 41 countries, and will introduce a new inter-zonal event where selected athletes represent Africa's four aquatic zones.
6 May 2026 · New Era →
Record-breaking Namibian swimmer Oliver Durand, a multiple national champion and holder of over 100 national medals, is focused on qualifying for the 2028 Olympic Games. The 200m and 400m individual medley specialist has recently set numerous records at national championships and aims to continue improving his technique and power to reach the world stage.
5 March 2026 · New Era →
Education Minister Sanet Steenkamp commended Bank Windhoek for its sustained investment in sports development at the official opening of the NASFED 2026 National Long Course Championships, emphasising the importance of corporate partnerships in creating opportunities for young athletes. The championships brought together 231 swimmers from eight clubs and produced several new records, highlighting growing competitiveness in Namibian swimming.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Oliver Durand and Jessica Humphrey were crowned senior victor and victrix ludorum champions at the Bank Windhoek National Swimming Championships in Windhoek. Nine new national records and one Nasfed record were set during the five-day competition, with Dolphins winning the club championship.
24 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Bank Windhoek/NASFED Long Course Swimming Championships concluded in Windhoek, with 230 top swimmers from across the country competing and breaking several national records including in freestyle relays and individual events. According to NASFED vice president David Nell, the five-day event was a success marked by improved times and athlete dedication.
23 February 2026 · New Era →
Patrick Durand of Dolphins Swimming Club set a new record at Bank Windhoek Long Course Gala 3, winning the boys 12 and under 800m freestyle in 10:18.09, breaking the 12-year-old record by more than 10 seconds. Several other swimmers came close to breaking records across various age categories.
26 January 2026 · The Namibian →