Ice swimmers of Belarus' capital Minsk officially closed winter bathing season

Ice swimmers of the Belarus' capital Minsk officially closed the winter bathing season. The final tournament was held at the Komsomolskoye lake. The winter swim race amateurs covered 25- and 50-meter distances. A 5-kilometer “cold run” was also organized. Hot tea and a steam bath were prepared for the participants at the finish line. A portion of ice water as a desert – to help them stay spry untill the next season.