Brits Dominate on Day 2 of FINA Diving World Cup/Final Olympic Qualifier
Jack Laugher and Daniel Goodfellow (above) gave Great Britain their 3rd victory in 4 synchronized diving events so far at the World Cup.
18-Year Old Matt Fallon Swims 2:11.33 in 200 Meter Breast in Orlando
No 200 breaststroke has ever been swum faster in a pool in the state of Florida than Matt Fallon’s 2:11.33 on Saturday in Orlando.
8 New Olympic Qualifying Slots Awarded on Day 1 of FINA Diving World Cup-Tokyo
Sarah Bacon and Kassidy Cook (above) become the 8th quota spot filled by the Americans for diving at the Toyo 2020 Olympics out of a possible 12.
Two of Auburn’s Top 2021 Commits Released from NLIs after Coaching Change
Two of the top 50 recruits in the class of 2021, Lexie Mulvhill and Abbie McCulloh, are back on the recruiting path after a Tigers coaching change.
Sun Yang Not Entered in Chinese National Championships, Contrary to Reports
After Chinese media reported last week that Sun Yang would participate in this week’s National Championships, his name didn’t appear on entry lists.
USA Diving Will Send 9 to Final Olympic Qualifier Event in Tokyo
The group will dive in Japan amid a third State of Emergency as new coronavirus cases in the Olympic host city are rising.
Kenya Selects 2 Athletes, Rosafio and Muteti, for Olympic Swimming Roster
Danilo Rosafio, who trains at Loughborough in the UK, and Emily Muteti, who trans at Grand Canyon University in the US, are both headed to Tokyo this summer.
US National Team Member Tate Jackson Receives 1 Month Suspension From USADA
Jackson tested positive for a metabolite of THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, at the March stop of the Pro Swim Series in San Antonio.
Ray Riordon, Who Founded Towson University’s Swim Team, Dies at 87
Ray Riordon, the founder of the varsity swim team at Towson University, died on Saturday at his home in Millsboro,…
Australian Government Agrees to Support Brisbane 2032 Olympic Bid Financially
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison pledged to share costs of the Games with Queensland, as 9 cities sign up to co-host Games.
Swimming Canada Postpones 2021 Olympic Trials Again, This Time to June
Swimming Canada told athletes that they are hoping to keep the Trials in Toronto, but are exploring other options, including internationally.
Italian Olympian Alex di Giorgio Receives Reduction in Doping Suspension
Originally suspended for 8 months in January, the Italian Olympian will now face just a 3-month suspension for a failed 2020 doping test.
Double Worlds Medalist Arianna Bridi Has “Mild Myocarditis,” Will Miss Euros
The 25-year old Arianna Bridi has been prescribed “total rest” to treat inflammation in her heart. She won bronze medals in the 10km and 25km races at Worlds in 2017.
Robert Pinter Joins South Carolina Swimming Staff, First Hire of Poppell Era
Robert Pinter (above) and Poppell were both on deck at the University of Florida: Poppell working with the varsity team and Pinter with the Gator Swim Club.
Brazil Confirms 18 Rosters Spots for 2021 Olympic Swimming Team
Bruno Fratus (above) has been named to Brazil’s initial Olympic roster after swimming a special trial in California rather than the country’s primary qualifying meet.
