Champion swimmer dives into Miami River to rescue struggling man

MIAMI — A 22-year-old man is being praised after jumping into the Miami River near the Riverwalk in downtown Miami to rescue a man who was struggling in the water.

Awab Metwally, who is an international student and champion swimmer from Egypt, said he didn’t hesitate when it sounded like someone was in danger.

“I was like flying because I know there’s something going on,” Metwally said. “There was, like, an emergency, so I have to act.”…

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