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47 New Michael Phelps Photos For #PhelpsFans

Mike Lewis captured 47 images of Michael Phelps in Santa Clara, and, at your request, we’ve loaded them all into one post. You’re welcome.

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2015 European Games: Two Jr World Records Highlights Day 3

Follow along for live updates from day three of the 2015 European Games.

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European Games; Day Three Prelims

The women’s 200 freestyle saw three gold medalists qualify for the top three position in the semi-final…

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Scotland’s School Swim Lesson Program Cut; Org Offsets With New Sponsorship

Scotland’s department of sports ministry has announced the country’s  “top-up” program, a system designed to help thousands of primary school…

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WADA claims FINA ignored info requests, causing two-year delay in Kylie Palmer doping case

Yet another wrinkle in the ongoing anti-doping saga involving Olympian Kylie Palmer: WADA now blames FINA for the two-year delay between test and punishment, saying the swimming federation ignored info requests.

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Euro Games as Possible Springboard for Azerbaijan 2024 Bid

Azerbaijan is the center of sporting action this week as the city of Baku is the home of the inaugural…

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Russia crushing swimming medal table two days into 2015 European Games

Two days into swimming competition at the first-ever European Games, the Russian delegation is dominating the medal table.

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Maria Astashkina chasing Baku breaststroke sweep, junior world record

Just two days in to the first-ever European Games, one Russian swimmer is on the verge of a complete stroke domination.

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Video: Canadian Hopefuls Take On Training Camp In Europe In Preparation For Pan Ams And Worlds

The High Performance Centre – Ontario along with Richard Funk took to Europe for a three week training and racing camp, competing on the Mare Nostrum Tour and soaking up some sun as is evident in the video above.

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Three-Time British Olympian Caitlin McClatchey To Retire

Three-time British Olympian and multi-time international medallist Caitlin McClatchey announced her retirement from competitive swimming Wednesday.

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Top Australian Prospects To Receive Grant Promoting Future Of Australian Swimming

The Australian Commonwealth Games Association (ACGA) will be giving a grant to a group of young, promising Australian swimmers who look to be the next generation for talent in nation.

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2015 European Games Day 2 Finals: Steenbergen Matches Semi’s Time for 100 Free Gold

The Inaugural European Games continue today with an exciting line-up of finals, including the women’s 400 freestyle and men’s 200 breaststroke from Baku.

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200m Freestyle World Championship Preview: Franklin, Ledecky Looking To Sweep Podium

Ledecky has shown a fierce tenacity to go after races with no fear and to do absolutely whatever it takes to win. Both Franklin and Ledecky will be in for a challenge.

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Swim Job: SwimSwam seeks part-time, contract writer based in Australia or Eastern/Southeastern Asia

SwimSwam is seeking a part-time, contract writer based in the Eastern Hemisphere, preferably Australia or Eastern/Southeastern Asia.

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European Games; Day Two Prelims

Maria Astashkina the next step in her attempt to sweep the breaststroke events qualifying with the top time in the women’s 200 breaststroke…

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