As the 2026 World Aquatics Open Water Swimming World Cup gets underway in Somabay, Egypt, fans are invited to have their say—selecting the athletes they believe will reach the podium in the Men's and Women's 10km Individual races at the season’s opening stop.
The new World Cup season begins on the shores of Soma Bay, Egypt, bringing together a deep and competitive field that blends established Olympic performers with emerging talent from across the global circuit. With racing set to begin, fans can now engage directly with the action by predicting the top three finishers in the opening event—offering an early read on who could set the tone for the 2026 campaign.