Daniel Wiffen won the men’s 1500m freestyle at the Irish Open Swimming Championships in Bangor on April 8, 2026, confirming his return race on opening day.

Daniel Wiffen won the men’s 1500m freestyle at the Irish Open Swimming Championships in Bangor on April 8, 2026.

The result came on the opening day of the meet at Bangor Aurora Aquatics & Leisure Complex, where Swim Ireland’s preview had already listed Wiffen in the 1500m freestyle field.

BBC Sport first reported the result shortly after the race, confirming that Wiffen had taken the title. The available sources did not include his winning time.

The Irish Open runs from April 8 to April 12 and is also serving as the Commonwealth Games trials.

Wiffen’s victory gives him an early statement result at the championships and confirms his return to racing in Bangor.

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