Record 11 teams to perform at 7th Synchro World Trophy

RENANG INDAH INDONESIA -The 11 participating teams will once again show that creativity knows no boundaries during the 7th FINA Synchronised Swimming World Trophy , to be held at the Mexican Olympic Sport Centre in Mexico City (MEX) from November 30 to December 2, 2012.

The 3-day competition continues to grow in popularity eversince it was launched in 2007. This year, a record 11 teams will take part: Brazil, Canada, China, Egypt, Great Britain, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands (for the first time), Russia, Ukraine and USA.

Scores will be given for Artistic Impression only in order to enhance theatrical and acrobatic skills. The use of accessories is allowed. The competition programme includes a Synchro Highlight routine and Thematic Duet (Nov 30), Solo Exhibition and Thematic Team (Dec 1) and Free Combination (Dec 2). The Solo Exhibition on day 2, which will not be judged, will feature soloists from Russia, China, Japan and Ukraine..

This is the second time the World Trophy is organised in Latin America, after Rio (BRA) in 2007. Beijing (2011), Moscow (2010 and 2006), Montreal (2009) and Madrid (2008) also played host to event