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156 swimmers plunged into the frigid waters of Stockholm in Sweden's annual cold water swimming competition held at Hellasgarden Nature Reserve.

With growing popularity it has become international, seeing competitors from 10 countries.

Competition organiser Kalle.

Latvia had a sizeable contingent in the competition of which Maria was ecstatic to have participated, taking a dip in Stockholm's freezing waters.

Given its alleged health benefits, the sport has been attracting much attention and avid cold water swimmer Aleksander from Latvia is sold on the health claims.

Having prepared for the event in an open air swimming pool, debutant Anne-Françoise from Belgium is over the moon from her first race.

Whilst this year sees many first timers getting their feet wet, also present is 73 year old Lars who's a veteran at this.

After the icy plunge, participants are warmly congratulated with medals and warm handshakes.

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