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We previously blogged about the US Consulate General in Istanbul joining the Bosphorus Cross-continental Races over the weekend (see US ConGen Istanbul in ’2 Continents 1 Race’ Bosphorus Swim). Here are the swimmers crossing the Bosphorus!

Such a lovely day for a swim, too! You can’t be in Istanbul and not fall in love with the Bosphorus.

Photo via USCG Istanbul/FB
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And you know who else showed up, not just to cheer for the consulate’s team but to join in the swim?

US Ambassador to Turkey Frank Ricciardone with wife, Marie at the Bosphorus Race
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And yes, Consul General Scott Kilner did not just wear the shirt, he also did the race.

USCG Scott Kilner giving the thumbs up sign after the swim
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Tebrikler! Here’s to another race next year! Ιnşallah!