Katie Ledecky Praises Rikako Ikee’s Positivity & Perseverance
“She has so much talent, so much potential and she has already accomplished so much at 20 years old,” Katie Ledecky says of Rikako Ikee.
Aussie Elite Set For Virtual Competition This Week
Key Aussie swimmers out of Griffith, MSAC, USC Spartans and more are set to compete this week at a virtual competition, with unique pool distances.
Exclusive Interview: Matsumoto Talks Race Strategy, OLY & ‘Secret’ ISL Plans
SwimSwam recently had the chance to speak with 2019 World Championships 200m free silver medalist Katsuhiro Matsumoto. Hear what the 23-year-old has to say.
USOPC CEO Sarah Hirshland Tweets Letter to 1980 US Olympic Athletes
USOPC CEO Sarah Hirshland has tweeted a letter to members of the 1980 US Olympic Team as the 40 year anniversary of the boycotted Games approaches.
Felipe Lima Joins Energy Standard In His First Practice Since March
Olympian Felipe Lima is back in the pool after a pandemic-induced break, joining his Energy Standard teammates for a 3-week training camp in Turkey.
FINA Commits $6 Million+ Toward Athlete Assistance
FINA has revealed plans to disseminate over $6 million USD in an effort to assets athletes competing in next year’s Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan.
Robert Novak Returns To ESWIM As Head Coach
Etobicoke Swim Club, commonly known as ESWIM, has announced that Robert Novak will be taking over as head coach, starting this August.
Italy’s Filippo Megli Will Sit Out Sette Colli To Tend To Shoulder
The 2020 Sette Colli Trophy is scheduled to take place on August 11th – August 13th, but one notable name from the host country will not be participating.
American Ian Finnerty 1 of 9 Swimmers Back in the Water with Energy Standard
Ian Finnerty is a new addition for the Energy Standard training group, as he’s one of the early returnees to the water at the Gloria Sports Arena in Turkey.
Qualifying Times For 2021 Aussie Age Championships Published
The 2021 Australian Age Championships are set for next April. Find out what it will take to compete at this prestigious event.
Only 25% Of Japanese Surveyed Support Holding Tokyo Olympics in 2021
We’re at the ‘one year to go’ mark but polls in the host nation of Japan reveal only 23.9% of citizens are in favor of holding the Olympic and Paralympics.
World Junior Championships Finalist Alex Quach Commits to Ohio State
Australian Alex Quach will bring some sprint butterfly and freestyle firepower to Ohio State’s incoming recruiting class of 2021.
See 2415 New Swim Jobs You Might Love
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Auburn Swimmer Santiago Grassi Tests Positive For Coronavirus
Aside from Delfina Pignatiello and Julia Sebastian, Grassi remains one of three Argentinian swimmers who have already qualified for the Tokyo 2020 Games.
Anton McKee Hacks Nearly 5 Seconds Off 200 Breast Within One Month
Ramping back up after coronavirus lockdown, 26-year-old Anton McKee is hitting his groove by dropping almost 5 seconds off his 2breast time from last month.
