| Mali at the 2023 World Aquatics Championships | |
|---|---|
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| FINA code | MLI |
| National federation | Fédération Malienne de Natation |
| in Fukuoka, Japan | |
| Competitors | 1 in 1 sport |
| Medals |
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| World Aquatics Championships appearances | |
Mali is set to compete at the 2023 World Aquatics Championships in Fukuoka, Japan from 14 to 30 July.
Mali entered 1 swimmer. [1]
| Athlete | Event | Heat | Semifinal | Final | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time | Rank | Time | Rank | Time | Rank | ||
| Sébastien Kouma | 50 metre breaststroke | 31.03 | 52 | Did not advance | |||
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