Paolo Barelli Alleges UANA Leadership Aggressive towards LEN, Himself
In a new letter by Paolo Barelli, the FINA Presidential Candidate gives his take on issues weighing down FINA and what must be done to improve the organization.
Donald Trump, Thomas Bach to Discuss 2024 Olympics Bid Today
Given that the top organizers of LA2024 are apparently on board with the IOC awarding Paris the 2024 and LA 2028 Olympic Games simultaneously, it begs the question: What does Trump have to offer to secure LA the 2024 Games?
FINA Presidential Challenger Paolo Barelli on Hosszu Pro Swimmer Union
Yesterday, Mr. Barelli answered some questions we had regarding Hosszu’s call for a pro swimmers’ union and weighed in on the consequences of the World Cup rules changes.
WADA Partially Suspends UCLA Lab in Los Angeles
WADA has partially suspended the UCLA Olympic Analytical Laboratory for three months due to “non-conformities with best-practices.”
Japan to Unleash Self-Driving Taxis in Time for Tokyo 2020 Games
If you’re going to the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, be prepared to ride through the city in a driverless car.
Former Rio Governor Sergio Cabral Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison
Sergio Cabral, ex-governor of the State of Rio de Janeiro, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for money laundering and corruption charges. Cabral helped Rio win the bid to host last summer’s Olympics in 2009.
Paolo Barelli and FINA VPs To Clash in CAS Hearing Tomorrow
Tomorrow Italy’s Paolo Barelli, candidate for FINA President, will challenge current FINA leaderhip in front of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), alleging cases of conflict-of-interest and other seedy behavior by members of the FINA Bureau.
Los Angeles All But Concedes 2024 Olympics to Paris
In a statement Wednesday LA2024 Chairman Casey Wasserman all but conceded the 2024 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games to bid rival Paris, claiming LA2024 was never “only about LA or 2024.”
LA2024 What’s Not in the Bid Book: Volume 2
LA 2024 Chairman Casey Wasserman joins track and field Olympian Allyson Felix to explore LA’s booming sneaker, style, and fashion scene.
Exclusive: Paolo Barelli Explains His Vision for FINA and the Future
Paolo Barelli, candidate for FINA President, reached out to SwimSwam for an exclusive interview, explaining his vision for FINA and the future of aquatic sports.
Is FINA President Julio Maglione Too Old for Re-Election?
FINA President Julio Maglione is up for re-election this July at the age of 81-years-old. Maglione has already served two terms as President and is hoping to hold on for another four years. But should he be allowed to?
British Swimmer Michael Gunning Recounts Manchester Bombing
British swimmer Michael Gunning attended the Monday night concert at Manchester Arena and describes the moment of the explosion and his escape from the arena.
IOC Executive Board to Discuss Awarding 2024 and 2028 Games on June 9
The IOC is scheduled to hold a special Executive Board meeting on June 9th at its headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland,…
“NOlympics LA” Protests LA2024 and IOC; Garcetti Amenable to 2028
A group known as NOlympics LA has formed to combat LA2024’s efforts to bring the Olympics to Los Angeles, “not just for 2024 or 2028, but forever [sic].”
WATCH: LA2024 Legendary Venues StubHub Center with Cobi Jones
Hear what Team USA’s Cobi Jones has to say about the StubHub Center, LA’s “Cathedral of Soccer,” in the latest video in LA2024’s “Legendary Venues” series.
