800m freestyle

The 800-meter freestyle is a competitive swimming race where athletes swim back and forth in a 50-meter pool for 16 lengths. It tests endurance, speed, and technique, requiring swimmers to sustain a fast, efficient pace over about 8 to 10 minutes, depending on skill level. The event is often part of long-distance races in swimming competitions and demands strategic pacing and efficient breathing. Swimmers use various strokes, primarily freestyle (front crawl), which is the fastest and most efficient. The goal is to complete the distance in the shortest possible time while maintaining stamina and proper form throughout.