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New World Record: Human and Canine Pair to Complete the Iconic Robben Island ‘Freedom Swim’

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Cape Town, South Africa – Nick Bush, serial entrepreneur and adventurer, is about to embark on a new challenge, and this time he’s bringing his four-legged friend Bud along for the ride. Nick and Bud are set to break a new world record by becoming the first human and canine pair to complete the iconic Robben Island swim.

The Robben Island swim is a well-known and notoriously challenging 7.5km open water swim from Robben Island to the mainland, and is often referred to as the “freedom swim”. Nick and Bud have been training hard for months, braving the icy cold waters of the Atlantic Ocean off Cape Town four times a week in preparation for this momentous feat.

Bud, a loyal and intrepid swimmer, will become the first dog to complete the swim, making history in the process. Nick and Bud’s attempt at this world record is not only a physical challenge, but also a testament to the incredible bond between humans and their furry companions.

“Bud and I have been training for months for this incredible challenge, and we’re both ready to take on the swim together. We know it’s not going to be easy, but we’re excited to make history and show what humans and dogs can achieve together,” said Nick.

The swim is set to take place on a date between 13 March – 20 March, and Nick and Bud have been getting plenty of media attention in the lead-up to the event. The world will be watching as this dynamic duo takes on the challenge of a lifetime and sets a new world record.

Nicholas Bush is a serial entrepreneur with a huge passion for growth in all businesses in the continent of Africa, with a primary focus on the beverages and manufacturing sectors. He is predominantly involved in beer, RTDs, and cannabis sectors. He is the founder of Drifter Brewing Co, a director of Bature Brewery in Nigeria – the fastest growing beer brand in West Africa, and the founder of Cape Evergreen Cannabis Farm and Under the Table Cannabis Club – South Africa’s first-ever digital cannabis club.

Nicholas loves growing businesses in Africa and has a successful track record of equity raises for several businesses at different stages of growth. He is a firm believer in pushing individuals to exceed their perceived boundaries and reach their fullest potential, with the belief that there is no growth in the comfort zone.

Apart from his business ventures, Nicholas is also an adventure enthusiast. He enjoys paragliding, sailing, rock climbing, flying planes, and most recently, cold water swimming. He is about to embark on a cold water swim with his dog, breaking a new world record for the longest distance swam by a dog and human pair.

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