Citing Shoulder Issues, Max Litchfield Pulls Out Of Commonwealth Games
“It is with great disappointment that I must announce I will be withdrawing from the 2018 Commonwealth Games,” says British 400m IM national record holder Max Litchfield.
Aussie Para Swimmers Take Stage At National Championships
2018 AUSTRALIAN SWIMMING TRIALS Wednesday, February 28th – Saturday, March 3rd Optus Aquatic Centre, Marine Parade, Southport, Queensland Prelims at…
Australian Teen Ariarne Titmus Looking ‘Ledecky-Esque’…..Again
The ‘terminator’ Ariarne Titmus wowed spectators at the Australian Trials tonight, winning 200m freestyle gold in a superb 1:55.76.
King Kyle Chalmers Reigns Over 2 Free, Emma McKeon Shut Out Of Gold
King Kyle Chalmers came out on top of the heated men’s 200 freestyle, while Emma McKeon tried the 200 fly/200 free double on for size with 2 silvers as a result.
Aussie Trials Prelims: Emma McKeon’s Solid Double, Any Man’s 2Free
Emma McKeon pulled a solid double, while the men’s 200 freestyle is set to explode in finals.
Kenya Announces 5 Swimmers For Gold Coast
The nation of Kenya announced its 5-swimmer strong squad to compete at the 2018 Commonwealth Games set for the Gold Coast, Australia in April.
Verhaeren: These Australian Trials Truly Are A Test For All Of Us
We unpacked the Australian Trials’ new format in our SwimSwam preview, but hear from Australian Head Coach Jacco Verhaeren himself on how he envisions the 4-day meet unrolling.
Denmark Adds To Annual WADA Contribution To Target Code Compliance
The Government of Denmark has announced a contribution of USD 70,000 to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), with the funds…
Research Says Swimming Is Australia’s Most Popular Sport
According to a recent research study conducted within the nation of Australia, swimming is identified as the continent’s most popular sport.
Shark Sighting Cuts Rottnest Channel Swim Short For Some
The 2018 edition of the Western Australia’s annual Rottnest Channel Swim saw an uninvited guest disrupt the competition, as a 3-to-4-meter great white shark was spotted among the competitors over the weekend.
British Stars Get Final Tune-ups In Edinburgh This Week
James Guy is ready to get some final racing in at this week’s British Championships, including fine-tuning his 200 fly before facing South African foe Chad Le Clos at the Commonwealth Games.
Upcoming Aussie C’ships Test Out New Trials Timing
It’ll be a big boy showdown between Kyle Chalmers, Cameron McEvoy and others, as the Australian Commonwealth Trials kick-off shortly. This is the first time Trials are being held so close to the main event for the green and gold.
Sacred Heart, St. X Steal Show Again At KHSAA Championships
Sacred Heart and St. Xavier both extended their mega-state-title winning streaks, although there were head-turning performances across the board, including a 19-point men’s 50 freestyle.
Fiji Names Five To 2018 Commonwealth Games Roster
The nation of Fiji announced its 5-swimmer strong squad to compete at the 2018 Commonwealth Games set for the Gold Coast, Australian in April
2nd Russian Athlete Tests Positive For Banned Substance In Pyeongchang
The 2018 Winter Olympic Games conclude in Pyeongchang, South Korea this weekend, but not before at least 3 athletes have tested positively for banned substances, with 2 of those Olympians representing Olympic Athletes of Russia (OAR).
