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As Russian COVID-19 Cases Reach Record Highs, LEN Implements Strict Protocols

Russia is facing the highest (official) spike in COVID-19 cases in its history, and LEN has implemented strict protocols for this week’s European Championships.

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SwimSwam Breakdown: SC Worlds Selection, Chalmers WR, and Ledecky’s UF Debut

We discuss USA’s Short Course Worlds selection procedure, Kyle Chalmers’ historic 100 free in Kazan, and Katie Ledecky’s racing debut since moving to Florida

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2021 European Short Course Championships: Day 1 Prelims Live Recap

Follow along for live results as we get into the first day of racing at the 2021 European Short Course Swimming Championships.

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Italy’s Michele Lamberti Hits 22.91 Italian Record In 50 Back, 50.17 100 Fly

During the first session of the 2021 European Short Course Championships, Italy’s Lambreti posted 2 top 3 swims just moments apart.

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Anastasiia Kirpichnikova Hits Russian 800 Freestyle NR With 8:08.44 Prelim Swim

During the first session of Short Course Euros, Kirpichnikova managed to shave 2 seconds off her own former Russian record in the event.

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Daiya Seto Joins Rivals Chase Kalisz, Jay Litherland At Georgia

27-year-old Daiya Seto of Japan has begun his United States training tour, with his first stop being that of the University of Georgia.

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Kristof Milak Vs. Kristof Milak: A Tokyo 2020 Comparative Analysis

Kristof Milak, who clobbered Phelps’ WR, cannot be compared to anyone else but himself.See why Stefano Nurra thinks we still haven’t seen his best 200 fly yet

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Everything You Need To Know About The 2021 Short Course European Championships

Click here for all the links and all the information you’ll want to read ahead of the 2021 European Short Course Swimming Championships.

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After Not Racing Regular Season, Katinka Remains on Iron Roster for ISL Playoff

Katinka Hosszu was a presence in the team box throughout the ISL regular season, but didn’t actually swim any races for the league’s #8 team.

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Ilaria Cusinato Pulls Out Of European Short Course C’Ships Due To Health

22-year-old Ilaria Cusinato of Italy will no longer be racing at the 2021 European Short Course Championships which kick off tomorrow in Kazan, Russia.

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Top 5 Women’s Races To Watch At 2021 European Short Course C’Ships

The 2021 European Short Course Championships begin tomorrow so let’s take a look at the top 5 women’s races to watch in Kazan.

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278,000 €, Plus Record Bonuses Up For Grabs At 2021 Short Course Euros

Since the LEN started giving out cash awards in 2017, Kliment Kolesnikov has topped the prize money rankings at both editions of the meet.

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Kamryn Cannings Continues Climb of Canadian Rankings in Calgary

Camryn Kannings is now the 4th-fastest 15-year old 100 butterflier in Canadian history, including behind a pair of Olympic gold medalists.

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Turkish Teens Wreak Havoc On Age Records

The Turkish teenager stable of athletes keeps on improving, as evidenced by a couple of notable swims that took place over the weekend.

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The Swimmers With The Most Medals At The 2021 FINA World Cup

Emma McKeon was among the series leaders with 10 gold and 14 total medals won across the four World Cup meets.

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