Details of the crossing
Spyros Chrysikopoulos began his swim at Othonoi and reached Santa Maria di Leuca. The route connects Greek and Italian territory across the Ionian Sea.
Significance
The swim is described as a historic feat. No further details on duration, conditions or exact distance were provided in available reports.
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