European Diver of the Year 2025: Oleksii Sereda Claims Silver at World Championships

Oleksii Sereda Named 2025 Athlete of the Year

According to Главком: European Aquatics has honored Ukrainian diver Oleksii Sereda as its 2025 Athlete of the Year, recognizing his exceptional skill and dedication. This accolade follows his impressive performance as the world vice-champion, solidifying his status among the sport's elite.

World Championship Silver Medal Performance in 2025

At the 2025 World Aquatics Championships, Oleksii Sereda secured the silver medal in the men's 10m platform individual event. His final dive scored 91.80 points, clinching second place in a highly competitive final. The podium for the men's 10m platform event was completed by:

• Gold medalist Cassiel Rousseau of Australia, with a total score of 534.80 points.
• Bronze medalist Randall Valdez of Mexico, who scored 511.95 points.

This 2025 silver marks Sereda's third world championship silver medal overall. His collection also includes two bronze medals from the 2024 World Championships. Beyond his global success, Sereda is a three-time European champion, having won titles in individual, synchronized, and mixed team events. He was also the recipient of the European Aquatics 'Athlete of the Year Award' in 2023. Diving is a sport where precision and mental fortitude are as critical as physical ability.

Sereda's consistent achievements highlight his remarkable progression and the increasing level of competition on the international stage. As one of Ukraine's most successful divers, his accomplishments are inspiring a new generation of athletes and helping to raise the profile of the sport within his home country.