Turkish diver Sahika Ercumen sets world record on Turkish Republic's 100th anniversary

National athlete Sahika Ercumen broke the world record of 105 meters in the non-pallet variable weight category with 106 meters in the attempt she performed in Hatay, dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Turkish Republic.

Turkish National athlete Sahika Ercumen broke the 105-meter world record in the non-pallet variable weight category with 106 meters in the attempt in Hatay dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye.

"I am very proud and very happy that we brought the world record to Türkiye, Hatay, and Yayladagi on the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye," Ercumen emphasized.

Sahika, who broke the record with 106 meters in the attempt organized with the slogan 'Breathe to Hatay' to raise awareness in the earthquake zone off the Karamağara Bay of Yayladağı district, made a statement to journalists.

"We also started a project to create educational support for 100 girls. Today, we were rewarded for our efforts. This region was very meaningful for us. I am very proud and happy that we achieved the world record in the 100th anniversary of our Republic in Türkye, Hatay and Yayladagi," she emphasized.

Source: Anadolu Agency