Milton Brest, from South Africa, successfully swam a distance of 4.39 kilometers in an intercontinental swim from La Miel, Panama (North America) to Playa Sapzurro, Colombia (South. America). in 1 hour and 22 minutes on April 18, 2023. Verified by the World Record Certification Agency (WRCA), he set the world record for the “Fastest Time to Swim from La Miel, Panama (North America) to Playa Sapzurro, Colombia (South America) (Male)”.
Milton Brest is a South African open water swimmer who is known for his achievements in long-distance swimming. At 59 years old, he has been involved in the sport for many years, and is recognized for his endurance and ability to take on challenging open water swims.
