Rio Torch Relay Day 92: Torch Just Across The Bay From Rio
On each day of the official Olympic torch relay, carrying the Olympic flame to the Olympic cauldron in Rio de Janeiro,…
World #1 Bruno Fratus Says His Back is Healed and Ready for Rio
Bruno Fratus has been battling a back injury since 2008, but says that it is “100%” and ready for Rio.
The Official SwimSwam Rio 2016 Olympics Preview Schedule
Don’t miss a second of our pre-Olympic coverage with this handy central bookmark post, where we’ll link out to our event-by-event previews as they drop and track our medalist predictions as we make them.
Rio 2016 Olympics Preview: Hagino Threatens Phelps/Lochte 2IM Dynasty
The men’s 200m IM will be one of the most competitive in Rio and a new face may step onto the podium.
Rio Olympic Pool Evacuated Because of Suspicious Object
The Olympic aquatic center was evacuated on Tuesday after a suspicious object was found inside, Australia’s News.com reports. The object turned out to be either an electrician’s toolbox or a misplaced backpack, according to the Australian site.
Rio Torch Relay Day 91: Seven Cities With Only Four Days Left
On each day of the official Olympic torch relay, carrying the Olympic flame to the Olympic cauldron in Rio de Janeiro,…
Meet Rio’s Youngest Olympian, Swimmer Gaurika Singh From Nepal
Nepalese swimmer Gaurika Singh is set to be the youngest competitor at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. Representing Nepal…
Texas A&M Teammates Clip Mexican National Record at Senior Circuit
Texas A&M teammates Juan Rocha, Mauro Castillo, Mateo Gonzalez, and Angel Martinez downed a the Mexican 400 meter medley relay national record last weekend
Swim-Hop? Grey Hillz Drops Hip-Hop Album With Swimming Flavor
A former Dominican National Team swimmer has released a hip-hop album with some references only swimming fans might fully appreciate.
Rio Torch Relay Day 90: Six More Cities In Rio de Janeiro
On each day of the official Olympic torch relay, carrying the Olympic flame to the Olympic cauldron in Rio de Janeiro,…
Korean Swimmer Park Tae Hwan Arrives In Rio
Korean swimmer Park Tae Hwan got his first practice in after having arrived in Rio.
Controlled Explosion Training Drill Carried Out In Rio Olympic Stadium
An explosion rumored to come from a suspicious object within the Olympic stadium in Rio de Janeiro turned out to be a controlled explosion performed as a training exercise Sunday night.
What Time are Prelims and Finals for the 2016 Rio Olympics?
2016 Rio Olympic Games August 6th-13th, 2016 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil “What time does swimming start at the Olympics where…
Brazil Opens Metro Line 4, Key Legacy Of 2016 Olympic Bid
One major piece of pre-Olympic construction opened in Brazil today: the Metro Line 4, a high-speed train that could potentially serve upwards of 300,000 people daily.
Santos, Brazil to Host Jose Finkel Trophy in September
The Jose Finkel Trophy in September will select Brazil’s team for the 2016 World Short Course Championships. Brazil led the 2014 version of the meet with 7 gold medals, including 50 and 100 breaststrokes by Felipe Franca (above).
