Tragic News: Former US Age-Group Triathlete Spencer Korwin Passes After Morning Swim in Long Island Sound

core: Spencer Korwin, 38, a former US age-group triathlete, died after a solo morning swim in Long Island Sound due to strong tidal currents in a narrow passage.
key_facts: Represented US in 2012 Age-Group Triathlon World Championships with swim split 13:27; Finished 36th overall with total time 1:20:43; GoFundMe raised over $361,000 toward $500,000 goal; Wife notified staff after several hours; Weather calm but currents strong in narrow passage
source: Based on public information from the provided Stage-2 analysis of the drowning incident
related: Q: What caused the death of Spencer Korwin? A: Strong tidal currents in narrow passage, classic open-water drowning risk.; Q: What is the fundraising status? A: Over $361,000 raised, 72% of $500,000 goal.; Q: Is this related to competitive sports? A: No, it was a recreational open-water swim during family vacation.