York City Baths Club masters swimmer Emma Wills smashed the British Record in the ladies 35 to 39 years 200m freestyle (short course) last month. Emma’s time of 2.12.11 was faster than the previous record which had stood for fourteen years.

The record came as part of a successful day at the South Yorkshire Masters in Sheffield where Emma picked up four gold medals. As well as her record-breaking 200m freestyle, Emma shattered her personal best times in the 100m and 400m freestyle and the 100m backstroke.

The British record is the pinnacle of a successful year for Emma that included a five medal haul at the British Masters Championships and first place finishes in the Great North Swim and Great Manchester Swim. Following these remarkable achievements, Emma now has her sights set on the ladies 35 to 39 years 400m British record. Good luck Emma!