A Bridgwater College student is continuing to get closer to his dreams of competing at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo after being selected by Team GB to swim in Azerbaijan.

Charlie Attwood, who currently trains with Taunton Deane Swimming Club, was selected by Team GB, to travel to Azerbaijan to swim in the European Games. He competed in 50m, 100m and 200m breaststroke.

Charlie aged 17 from Bridgwater, studies the CYQ Level 2 Diploma in Exercise and Fitness Instructing at Bridgwater College, where he gained a bronze medal in 100m and silver in Team medley relay. Charlie said,

“Firstly, can I say a huge thank you to the College and staff for their support. I had an amazing time at the European Games in Baku and am very pleased with my results. To win medals at the 1st European Games, while representing Team GB was an honour and an amazing experience.”

Nyree Davies, Programme Manager in Exercise and Fitness Instructing at Bridgwater College said,

“Charlie has been an excellent role model for the course, displaying a high level of determination and commitment. He managed his time well to complete the course alongside his demanding training regime.”