Bárbara Hernández
Bárbara Hernández, known as 'la sirena de hielo,' is a renowned open water swimmer from Chile, celebrated for her remarkable endurance and achievements in extreme swimming. Recently, she completed an impressive eight-hour night swim in the chilly waters of Viña del Mar, qualifying her for the challenging double crossing of the English Channel. This swim, conducted in temperatures as low as 13 degrees Celsius, marks a significant milestone as it is the first long-distance night swim ever completed in Chile. Hernández aims to become the first woman from her region to attain the prestigious Triple Crown of open water swimming, having already secured one title in 2021. Her dedication not only highlights her athletic prowess but also aims to raise awareness for the sport of extreme swimming.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Uruguay | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 3,473,730 | 2,294 | $54,000 | 36$ |
| Totals | 1 | 3,473,730 | 2,294 | $54,000 | 36$ |
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Uruguay:
Bárbara Hernández is known as the Ice Mermaid and holds the record for the longest swim in Antarctica.
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El Salvador:
Bárbara Hernández, known as 'the ice mermaid', completed an eight-hour night swim in the cold waters of Viña del Mar, Chile, and is now qualified for the double crossing of the English Channel.
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