Key Rio 2016 Olympic Venue Currently Without Power, Running Water
The venue set to host the athletics competition at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio is currently without power and running water.
Rio Swimming Federation Adds New Fees To Manage Debt
According to Brazilian news site O Globo, the Federação Aquática do Rio de Janeiro is in a R $ 1.4 million debt and will be charging swimmers in order to raise money.
Is Cesar Cielo Changing Coaches Again?
The troubled Brazilian star has landed on four coaches since London
2015 Swammy Awards – Female Open Water SOTY Ana Marcela Cunha
Ana Marcela Cunha of Brazil won the 25 km event in Kazan along with qualifying for the 2016 Olympics in the 10 km event…
Brazilian Open Olympic Qualifier Breakdown
Leonardo de Deus grabbed two ‘A’ cuts at the Brazil Open, most likely locking down a spot on the Olympic team in both the 200 fly and the 200 back.
2015 Swammy Awards: Jordan Wilimovsky, Male OWS Of The Year
Former NCAA standout and 2014 Pan Pacific Championships 9th place finisher in the 10k, Jordan Wilimovsky, broke out big-time in 2015.
Second Leg of FINA Open Water Grand Prix Cancelled
FINA has just announced that the second leg of its 2016 Open Water Swimming Grand Prix has been cancelled.
Cesar Cielo Adidas Swim Photo Vault
Cesar Cielo in Adidas Swim gear…all around the pool. This is worth a look.
Rio Declares Health State of Emergency 7 Months Out From Olympics
Governmental emergency funds are needed in order to immediately to reopen closed hospital units and clinics throughout Rio de Janeiro, the host of the 2016 Olympic Games.
Rio Opens Pool As Part Of Olympic “Pre-Legacy”
Rio de Janeiro recently opened up a pool in the impoverished region of Deodoro as part of their Olympic “pre-legacy.”
Ana Marcela Cunha Named Brazilian Athlete of the Year By COB
25km open water World Champion Ana Marcela Cunha has been named Brazil’s female Athlete of the Year by the Brazilian Olympic Committee.
Olympic Games Corruption Claims Erupt In Brazilian Government
In the latest controversy coming out of Rio de Janeiro, the Brazilian Attorney General has launched an investigation into an…
Former FINA Race in Mexico Joins The Global Swim Series
Lots of people are familiar with the incredible “Mayan Riviera” for its natural beauty and affordable, luxury hotels. Well what would you say to doing a world class open water swim race held in the Mayan Riviera… this February?!
Brazilian Artist’s Famous Work Will Adorn Olympic Aquatics Venue
Adriana Varejão, one of Brazil’s leading contemporary artists, will see one of her iconic pieces of art reproduced on a larger scale for all to see at the Olympic Games.
Brazil Open Concludes With Seven New ‘A’ Cuts
Bruno Fratus put up a world-leading 50 freestyle as the Brazilians continued to impress on the last night of competition.
