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As Ireland Prepares To Re-Open, Scotland’s Lockdown Is Extended

Scottish Swimming revealed that the reopening of pools may yet be a way off, based on governmental guidelines concerning a possible second coronavirus spike.

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Coronavirus Hits Home For Commonwealth Games Medalist Holly Hibbott

The coronavirus pandemic hit very close Commonwealth Games medalist Holly Hibbott, as the 20-year-old’s mother was diagnosed with the condition two weeks ago.

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European Youth Olympic Festival Pushed To 2022

Katie Shanahan of Great Britain was a premier athlete at the previous European Youth Olympic Festival. The next edition is moved to 2022 now.

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ISL.TV Over-The-Top Service Coming to Season 2

The International Swimming League (ISL) is introducing a more robust and interactive fan experience for its second season.

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Penny Oleksiak Seeks Guidance, Book Recommendations From Michael Phelps

Canadian Olympic gold medalist Penny Oleksiak points to American swimming icon Michael Phelps for inspiration during the Olympic delay.

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Joseph Schooling & Quah Zheng Wen Seek Additional Service Deferments

Due to Olympic delay, Joseph Schooling and teammate Quah Zheng Wen are seeking deferment for their nation’s service requirements.

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Beyond The Lane Lines: Ikee Tackles A Lion, Phelps Touts Soy

This week’s Beyond the Lane Lines touches on Michael Phelps’ new non-dairy habit and Rikako Ikee’s dabble into the animal kingdom.

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U.S. OLY Swimming Trials, Other Event Delays Costing Omaha Almost $200 mil

The U.S. Swimming Trials represents just one of the pieces of the overall Olympic puzzle that has taken a different shape in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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CAS Extends Virtual Hearings Through At Least May 17th

On March 17th, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) announced it would not hear any cases in-person until at least May 1st.

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Dutch Ministry of Sport Offers Financial Support In Coronavirus Pandemic

The Netherlands’ Ministry of Health, Welfare, and Sport is making an extra 110 million euros available for sports associations.

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Answers to SwimSwam’s Crossword Puzzle Challenge #2

Here’s your shot to keep your crossword momentum going, as SwimSwam’s puzzle #2 is revealed and ready for action right here.

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Now & Then Part 3: Your Favorite Swimmers’ Evolution In Photos

Reminisce on the early days of several of the world’s most notable swimmers by taking in photos from ‘then’ versus ‘now’, 3rd edition.

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2021 Commonwealth Youth Games Postponed To Possibly 2023

Another prestigious international event has fallen off the calendar due to the coronavirus pandemic: the 2021 Commonwealth Youth Games.

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British Swimming Coaches Association Publishes ‘Return To Pool’ Guidelines

The British Swimming Coaches Association (BSCA) has published revised guidance for members to heed upon the eventual return to the pool. 

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Swim England: Pool Re-Opening Details In The Works

Nations around the world are slowly starting the planning process for opening back up public spaces with the flattening of the coronavirus curve.

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