World Cup Singapore Day 1 Finals: Sjostrom Overtakes Hosszu In 100 IM
After 27 consecutive World Cup victories in the women’s 100m IM, Katinka Hosszu saw tonight’s race go to Sweden’s Sarah Sjostrom. The difference of 3 FINA points may prove crucial when it comes to handing out the overall series crown.
arena Signs Egyptian Talent Farida Osman
arena is pleased to announce that it has signed World Championship medalist Farida Osman in a sponsorship deal that runs through to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Toussaint Takes Back Dutch 50 Back National Record, Now World’s #1
Kira Toussaint not only notched a new Dutch National Record in the women’s 50m back tonight in Singapore, but she snared the new #1 time in the world.
World Cup Singapore Day 1: Wang Shun Produces Chinese NR In 100 IM
China’s Wang Shun lowered his own National Record en route to a bronze medal in the men’s 100m IM tonight in Singapore.
2018 Energy for Swim Meet Cancelled after Negotiations Break Down
British World Record holder Adam Peaty first broke the news on his social media accounts.
Another One: Morozov Shaves .01 Off Own World Cup Record In 50 Free
While competing on day 1 of the final stop of the 2018 FINA World Cup Series, Russian speedster Vlad Morozov knocked off his own World Cup Record in the men’s 50m freestyle.
Winnington, Mckeown Strong at Season Opening Long Course Meet
The opening long course meet of the Queensland calendar wrapped up on Sunday with young stars Elijah Winnington and Kaylee Mckeown taking center stage.
Russia Will Camp in Vladivostok before 2019 Worlds in Olympic Test
Vladivostok is the largest city in Far East Russia, and is just 1 time zone difference from 2019 Worlds hosts Gwangju and 2020 Olympic hosts Tokyo.
Erik Persson Hits 2:04 SCM 200 Breast at Swedish Nationals Day 1
No new members were added to Sweden’s team for the 2018 World Champs in Hangzhou.
Belgium Sending Lecluyse and Vanluchene to 2018 SC Worlds
After sending 8 swimmers to the meet in 2014, and 9 in 2016, Belgium will send just 2 swimmers in 2018.
Goris, Dumont, and van Huys Take Triple Wins at Belgian Open
2018 Belgian Open Championships Nov. 10-11, 2018 Gent, Belgium Meet Results The Belgian Open, which doubled asthe Belgian Short Course…
IOC Pres Calls On NOCs To Defend Sports From ‘Commercial Bodies’
Though Bach didn’t mention the specific organizations by name, the issue connects to the ongoing struggle between FINA and the ISL in swimming.
Law Expert’s Paper Suggests FINA Bans Won’t Hold Up Legally
An analysis by an Italian legal expert suggests FINA bans on athletes who participate in the Energy for Swim 2018 event won’t hold up in European courts, based on sport-related precedent.
Japan’s Never-Ending Racing Season Continues With Kitajima Cup
Japanese athletes have been on a perpetual racing schedule this year, which continues with the Kitajima Cup taking place this week.
Swimming South Africa Announces Just A 2-Stop Grand Prix For 2019
Swimming South Africa has announced a two-event Grand Prix line-up for 2019, which marks a return to the series since 2017.
