“I’m watching what the others are doing because I never go too fast. Pacing is the most important, especially in these long swims,” she said.
Originally born in Zambia, Asher’s swimming career took her across the world to the US, New Zealand, Australia, Italy, France and Spain.
She broke her first Masters record, which is for swimmers over 25, in 1986, which grew to 100 records by the time she was 80 years old.
And she has many more targets to go.
Asher said her success was down to the people she was supported by along the way.
“I didn’t realise that they were proud,” she said. “I’m pleased.
“I feel grateful. I’m so lucky. I’ve had the right parents, I’ve had the opportunities. I’ve got the friends who help. That’s absolutely crucial. It’s friends that make the whole thing. That’s what life’s about, isn’t it?”
