Japanese Leg of Olympic Torch Relay Will Begin Thursday in Fukushima
Greek shooter Anna Korakaki was the first person to carry the Tokyo 2020 Olympic torch through its initial leg in Greece in March 2020.
Brazil, South Africa Appoint Names for Tokyo 2020 Open Water Olympic Qualifier
Brazil is expected to send 2, and South Africa 4, to the final open water Olympic qualifying event in May in Fukuoka, Japan. Above: Guilherme Costa,
2020 Olympics Creative Director Sasaki Resigns Following Derogatory Comments
Hiroshi Sasaki, the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games creative director, has resigned after making derogatory comments about a female entertainer.
Confirmed: No Foreign Fans At Postponed Tokyo Olympic & Paralympic Games
It’s been officially announced today that there will be no foreign spectators in the stands at this summer’s postponed Olympic & Parlympic Games.
Kosuke Hagino Reportedly Opting To Not Defend 400 IM Olympic Gold
In a surprising turn of events, reigning Olympic champion Kosuke Hagino has decided to opt-out of the men’s 400m IM event at Japan’s Olympic Trials.
Russian Swimmer Sergey Isaev Banned For Two Years By RUSADA
Russian swimmer Sergey Isaev is suspended for two years effective November 2020 for a violation of Russian anti-doping rules.
Lochte, Dressel, Schooling, and Conger All Entered at ISCA Senior Cup
World record holders and Gator Swim Club teammates Ryan Lochte and Caeleb Dressel lead the swimmers competing at next week’s ISCA Senior Cup
Discussion of 50% Capacity, Government Delegations at 2021 Tokyo Olympics
As rumors continue about Japan prohibiting outside fans or all spectators, reports have emerged the country may limit attendance to 50% capacity.
IOC President Thomas Bach: Japanese Partners to Det. Olympic Spectator Decision
IOC President Thomas Bach commented on the topic of spectators at the upcoming Olympics, saying that the Tokyo partners will make the final decision.
15-Year Old Lana Pudar of Bosnia Swims 57.37 in 100 Butterfly
15-year old Lana Pudar set a new Bosnian record in the 100 butterfly and became the first Bosnian swimmer to achieve an Olympic A cut
IOC Confirms Chinese Olympic Committee’s Offer To Help With Vaccines
IOC President Thomas Bach revealed that the Chinese Olympic Committee has offered vaccines for Olympic athletes during the 137th IOC Session.
Azura Aquatics/Montverde Swimming to Host Olympic Qualifying Meet in May
Azura Aquatics and Montverde Swimming in Florida have decided to host a FINA approved qualifying competition from April 29 – May 2, 2021.
Nowaczyk Enters French Women’s 400 Free Relay Olympic Picture
Making waves in her native France, 18-year-old Lison Nowaczyk got under the 55-second threshold in the 100m free for the first time in her young career.
China Looking To Work with IOC On Olympic Athlete Vaccinations
The Chinese government said it is ready to work with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to help provide vaccines to athletes competing at the Games.
Report: Olympics To Be Held With Only Domestic Spectators
The Tokyo Organizing Committee is expected to announce that only domestic fans will be allowed to cheer on athletes this summer in Tokyo.
