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Beyond The Lane Lines: LA2028 Olympic Venues Hit by Wildfires So Far

American Olympic champion Gary Hall, Jr. speaks out about the Palisades fire’s impact on Los Angeles’ ability to host the 2028 Olympic Games.

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Chalmers Impresses With 22.11 Lead-Off On Marion Relay At 2025 South Aussie States

After winning the men’s 50m free last night in a near-personal best, 26-year-old Kyle Chalmers powered his way to a 22.11 opener on Marion’s relay.

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Chalmers Puts Up Near-Lifetime Best In 50 Free At 2025 South Aussie States

26-year-old Olympic champion Kyle Chalmers put his speed on display on day one of the 2025 South Australian State Open Championships.

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Chalmers & Temple Set To Battle Japanese Contenders At 2025 South Aussie Championships

Olympic champion Kyle Chalmers is back representing Marion for the 2025 South Australia State Open Championships kicking off tomorrow.

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French Mint Set To Replace Deteriorating Paris 2024 Olympic Medals

After athletes have shown signs of their Paris 2024 Olympic medals deteriorating, the French Mint has confirmed it is taking action.

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Rikako Ikee Says She’ll Continue To Train In Australia Until Retirement

At just 23 years of age, Japan’s Rikako Ikee has already represented her nation at three Olympic Games. She intends on staying in Australia for LA 2028.

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Not Retired For Long, Aussie Coach Michael Bohl Joins Chinese Swimming Association

Storied Australian coach Michael Bohl is reportedly headed to the Chinese Swimming Association after a brief post-Olympics retirement.

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Stage Is Set For 2025 Swimming Australia Open Water Championships

28-year-old Olympic Nick Sloman is headed to Western Australia to vie for a slot on the nation’s open water team for this year’s World Championships.

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Kevin Renshaw Leaves Aquatics GB Coaching Post After Two Decades

Kevin Renshaw, Aquatics GB Performance Pathway and Distance Lead for swimming, has revealed he will be stepping down from his role.

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Pallister, Sloman & Short Land On Pier To Pub Open Water Podiums

Olympic champion Lani Pallister of Australia topped the women’s open podium at the 2025 Lorne Pier to Pub open water race.

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Olympic Champion David Popovici Talks Mediocre Training Opportunities In Romania

Olympic champion David Popovici recently spoke about the limited training opportunities and mediocre facilities within his nation of Romania.

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Gold Coast Making Monetary Case To Lure Brisbane 2032 Swimming Events

The Gold Coast is advocating the move of several marquee sporting events to its turf for the 2032 Brisbane Games, including swimming.

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Dutch Olympic Champion Van Rouwendaal Headed To 2025 Midmar Mile

The 52nd edition of the aQuellé Midmar Mile is headed to KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa with Sharon van Rouwendaal signed up for the open water event.

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Adam Peaty Turns To Michael Phelps For Advice On Going For LA 2028

Olympic champion Adam Peaty of Great Britain turned to the GOAT on advice about whether or not to aim for the 2028 Olympic Games.

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Dean Boxall, Mel Marshall Among Designated Swimming Australia Performance Hub Coaches

With the dawn of the new Olympic quad, Swimming Australia has revealed the coaches and program partners now in place at its eight performance centers.

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