2021 U.S. Olympic Trials Previews: Simone’s Show in the Women’s 100 Freestyle
While reigning Olympic champion Simone Manuel is favorited to win in Omaha, a tight field of veterans and age-groupers is looking to challenge her.
Nomura Research Institute: Japan Would Lose $16 Billion with Games Cancellation
A report published by the Nomura Research Institute noted that canceling the Tokyo Olympic Games would result in the country of Japan losing $16 billion.
Ivy League Champ Paige DaCosta Back in the Water Following Motorcycle Accident
Cornell swimmer and Ivy League Champion Taito “Paige” daCosta is back in the water following a motorcycle accident that left him with severe head trauma.
2021 U.S. Olympic Trials Previews: Battle for Second in Men’s 200 Backstroke
Olympic champion Ryan Murphy leads a tight field in the men’s 200 backstroke, where the battle for the second spot is tight between 3 swimmers.
Jarod Arroyo Shatters Puerto Rican National Records at Puerto Rico Intl. Open
Jarod Arroyo was one of multiple swimmers to set National Records for their respective countries at the Puerto Rico International Open.
STJD Allows Santos’ Time Trial to Stand, Will Be Added to Olympic Roster
Brazil’s Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD) has ruled that Gabriel Santos’ time trial of the 100 free at the Brazilian Olympic Selection meet can stand.
Toussaint, Dawson Set for Rematch on Final Day of European Championships
The final day of competition will see a rematch between Kira Toussaint and Kathleen Dawson as the pair lead off their country’s 400 medley relays.
Heemskerk Swims 51.73 in 100 Free for 11th Fastest Women’s Relay Split All-Time
Femke Heemskerk swam the 10th fastest women’s 100 freestyle relay split of all time, swimming a time of 51.73 on the mixed 4×100 freestyle relay.
Kira Toussaint Speaks Out About 100 Backstroke Re-Swim, Missing the Podium
Following the 100 back re-swim at the European Championships, Kira Toussaint spoke out about her 4th place finish, after initially coming in 2nd.
Benedetta Pilato Surprised Herself World Record Swim (Reaction + Race Video)
Benedetta Pilato told reporters that she was not expecting to break the world record in the 50 breaststroke after taking down Lilly King’s mark of 29.40.
Federica Pellegrini Did Not Plan to Race 200 Freestyle at 2021 European Champs
Following her 2nd place finish in the 200m freestyle at the European Championships, Federica Pellegrini said that she did not even intend to swim the event.
Milak “Almost Threw Up” in the Call Room Before 1:51 200 Butterfly
Following his Championship record in the 200 butterfly, Kristof Milak explained that he felt “tense” before the race, almost throwing up in the call room.
Rylov & Kolesnikov 100 Backstroke Battle Highlights Day 3 of European Champs
The men’s 100 backstroke battle between Evgeny Rylov and Kliment Kolesnikov highlights day three of the 2021 European Championships.
Italian Swimmers Protest Country’s Pool Closures at 2021 European Championships
Italian athletes competing at the 2021 European Championships are protesting the country’s decision to not reopen pools until July 1.
Men’s 100 Free, Women’s 50 Back Highlight Day 2 of European Championships
The second day of competition at the 2021 European Championships is led by tight battles in several events, including the men’s 100 free and women’s 50 back.
