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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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…
Jeanette Ottesen and Marco Loughran Injured After Assault In Denmark
An alleged road rage incident on Sunday in Copenhagen, Denmark has left Danish Olympic swimmer Jeanette Ottesen and her boyfriend Marco Loughran injured.
16 History-Altering Moments in Olympic Swimming You Need to Know
In honor of Olympic day, we’ve compiled 16 of the great moments that have shaped Olympic swimming history:
Izotov Reigns at St. Petersburg Cup, But Will Not Swim Individually at 2015 Worlds
The St. Petersburg Cup was in full swing in Russia over the weekend, where key members of the Russian team…
100m Freestyle World Championship Preview: Can Campbell Be Dethroned?
Last year there were three swimmers who went sub-53, led by Cate Campbell at 52.62, and two this year with Bronte Campbell and Femke Heemskerk tied at 52.69. Based on the fast performances the last few years, we should see some more 52 second swims this summer.
WKU All-American Schwingenschlogl, Laemmler Transfer To Mizzou
WKU’s All-American breaststroker, Fabian Schwingenschlogl, and backstroker Nadine Laemmler will be transferring to the University of Missouri.
Two German age records fall on day 1 of European Games, one new and one ancient
The opening day of the first-ever European Games saw two young German swimmers break new ground with age group records.
Marrit Steenbergen: Why the Dutch relays are suddenly among the scariest in the world
The 15-year-old Steenbergen rattled the Junior World Record in semifinals. Could she and the Dutch rattle world record-holders Australia in the 4×100 free relay in Kazan or Rio?
