Tokyo 2020 Olympics: Day 8 Finals Preview
While it’s coming to a close, swimming at the Tokyo 2020 Games isn’t over yet. Get caught up here as we prepare for the 15th and final session.
Kendall Moffitt Picks Up 5 Golds At Central California Junior Olympic Champ
Moffitt pulled off a dominant performance in Fresno, California, taking gold in the 400, 800, and 1500 free, along with the 200 fly and 400 IM.
Tokyo 2020, Oceania Day 7: Titmus Collects Silver During Third Ledecky Matchup
While she didn’t make it to the top of the podium, Ariarne Titmus still pulled off an impressive Commonwealth record of 8:13.83.
Tokyo 2020 Day 7 Prelims All-Star: Toussaint Under 59 During Backstroke Leadoff
In her 5th 100 backstroke of the meet, Kira Toussaint cleared 59 seconds and produced the quickest backstroke split in the field.
Tokyo 2020, Oceania Day 6: Emma McKeon On Track For Record-Setting Medal Haul
Emma McKeon is 4-for-4 in terms of podium finishes thus far at Tokyo 2020 and could collect up to 3 more before the Games end.
Tokyo 2020 Olympics: Day 7 Prelims Preview
Here’s what’s on the menu for day 7 prelims: the women’s and men’s 50 freestyle, the men’s 1500 free, and a set of 4×100 medley relays.
Wang Shun Scorches 1:55.00 200 IM For Olympic Gold, #3 Performer All-Time
2016 Olympic bronze medalist Wang Shun returned in Tokyo to take gold in the 200 IM with a 1:55.00, taking out Kosuke Hagino’s Asian record.
Tatjana Schoenmaker Breaks the Ice With 2:18.95 200 Breast World Record
Schoenmaker threw down the first sub-2:19 women’s 200 breaststroke just 5 years after her country sent 0 women to the Olympic Games.
Tokyo 2020 Olympics: Day 6 Finals Preview
Tonight’s finals lineup: the women’s 200 breaststroke, men’s 200 backstroke, women’s 100 freestyle, and the men’s 200 IM.
Canadian Women Post 7:43.77 4×200 Freestyle NR, 11th Fastest All-Time
While they were left off the podium for a 4th place finish, the Canadian women managed to deliver a national record-breaking swim in the Tokyo 2020 4×200.
Following 100 Back Withdrawal, Shane Ryan Hits 52.52 Irish Record In 100 Fly
Shane Ryan pulled out of the 100 back at the last minute in Tokyo but made a comeback on day 6, downing a national record during the 100 butterfly heats.
Tokyo 2020 Day 6 Prelims All-Star: Egypt’s Youssef Ramadan Continues To Improve
Ramadan has qualified for an Olympic semi-final mere weeks after hitting the 100 butterfly FINA A cut for the first time.
Tokyo 2020, North America Day 5: US Women Beat 4×200 WR But Finish 2nd Again
Just as it happened in 2019, the American women swam quicker than the former world record in the 4×200 free relay but wound up with a silver medal.
Tokyo 2020 Olympics: Day 6 Prelims Preview
Just hours after his Olympic gold medal performance in the 100 freestyle, Caeleb Dressel will be back in the water on day 6 for the men’s 100 butterfly.
Chinese Women Earn 4×200 Freestyle Victory In World Record Fashion
The Chinese women accomplished a massive upset in the women’s 4×200 free, snagging an Olympic gold medal as well as a new world record.
