Filippo Magnini Not Ruling Out A Return To Competition
Despite being 38, the two-time 100 freestyle World Champion hasn’t closed the door on a return to competition.
Senior Swimmer Felix Auboeck Pays Tribute to Fellow Michigan Seniors
Auboeck’s message, directed at his fellow senior athletes at the University of Michigan, will resonate with thousands of athletes around the country.
Russia’s Salnikov: FINA Has No Plans to Cancel 2020 Short Course Worlds
The president of the Russian Swimming Federation said that plans for the December event are still on track despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gregorio Paltrinieri Talks Coaching Change: ‘I Had Lost Any Kind of Stimulus’
Paltrinieri discussed his reasoning for switching coaches and shifting his focus to open water swimming on a video conference call.
Pernille Blume Leads 41 Danish Swimmers Back to the Pool
After battling with the Danish government, the Danish Swimming Union announced on Monday that 41 of its top swimmers would be allowed to return to the water.
UK Government Outlines COVID-19 Recovery Strategy
The 51-page document anticipates the reopening of leisure facilities, which likely includes swimming pools, to occur “No earlier than July 4.”
Gregorio Paltrinieri Leaves Coach Morini; Signals Shift in Focus to Open Water
Paltrinieri (left) has trained with coach Stefano Morini (right) for 9 years, since he was 16. He’ll now leave to join the country’s top open water coach.
Spanish Sports Ministry Annouces Reincorporation Process Comprised Of 4 Phases
Spanish athletes recognized as “professional” by their National Governing Bodies are allowed to train anytime during the day.
Spain’s RFEN Asks National Government To Reopen Pools
The Spanish Government detailed the new measures as applied to areas associated with the economic activity during Phase 1 in the de-escalation process.
21st Maccabiah Games Postponed from 2021 to 2022
The 21st edition of the Maccabiah Games, a global multi-sport event for Jewish athletes held every four years, has been…
Russia Nominates Americans, Poland Nominates Australians In Viral Challenge
French, Russian, and Polish national team swimmers have all recently taken part in the viral ‘Don’t Rush’ social media challenge.
Italian Olympic Gold Medalist Paltrinieri Back Into The Water In Rome
Italian olympic gold medalist Gregorio Paltrinieri back into the water in outdoor pool in Rome during “phase 2” of quarantine
Russian Anti-Doping Agency to Progressively Resume Testing in Late May
The Russian Anti-Doping Agency will resume testing later this month after a month-long hiatus due to government initiatives to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Stefano Ballo Among Italian Swimmers Returning To The Pool
With government-issued safety guidelines published, the training centers will now have to adhere to them in order to reopen to the general public.
Dutch Pools Able To Re-Open On May 11th With ‘Responsible Swimming Protocol’
The Royal Dutch Swimming Federation (KNZB) published its Responsible Swimming Protocol, intended to be used in the reopening of swimming pools.
