Tokyo Paralympics Day 8 Records: 5 World and 11 Paralympic Records Broken
Among the record-breaking highlights was Italy’s Antonio Fantin, who bettered his own S6 men’s 100 free Paralympic record twice in the same day.
Japan’s Shoma Sato Battled Hernia At Tokyo Olympic Games
20-year-old Shoma Sato owns 3 of the top 10 fastest performances ever in the men’s 200m breaststroke yet was a non-factor at the Olympic Games.
Tokyo Paralympics Day 8 Finals: Jessica Long Earns Career Medal No. 27
USA’s Jessica Long became a 27-time Paralympic medalist while CAN’s Aurelie Rivard, BRA’s Maria Gomes Santiago, and CHN’s Zheng Tao picked up more golds.
Coleman Stewart Breaks Down Travel Rest, Secret Shave ahead of 100 Back WR
Stewart didn’t know what to expect, but after the American record (48.91) set by leading off the 400 medley relay, he knew something was going right
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Economic Benefits of 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games Estimated at Over $55 Billion USD
Despite the one-year delay and a ban on spectators, the 2020 Tokyo Olympics are expected to create $55.75 billion in economic benefits.
After Historic Performance in Tokyo, Siobhan Haughey Receives Fan-Art
Following a historic performance at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, Hong Kong native Siobhan Haughey has seen an outpouring of support from artists.
Antonio Fantin Breaks S6 Men’s 100 FR Paralympic Record for the Second Time
A trio of Paralympic records fell on day 8 prelims. Among them was Italy’s Antonio Fantin, who bettered his S6 men’s 100 FR two-day-old Paralympic mark.
Tokyo Paralympics Day Seven Records: Three World, Eight Paralympic Records Down
During the seventh finals session, three World and six Paralympic records fell while two Paralympic records fell during prelims.
The Lowest Seeds To Win Olympic Swimming Gold Since 2000
Ahmed Hafnaoui won Olympic gold in Tokyo as the 16th seed in the men’s 400 freestyle—the second-lowest to reach the top of the podium since Sydney.
Tokyo Paralympics Day 7 Finals: Brit Reece Dunn Earns Third S14 Gold Medal
After picking up golds in the S14 100 free and mixed 4×100 free relay, Brit Reece Dunn took down the 200 IM World record en route his third title in Tokyo.
ISL Changes Jackpot Margins and Cutoff Times to be Faster for Season 3
Through the first 2 ISL matches of this season, 64 more jackpot points have been scored on relays than last year.
Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series 2021: Iffland, Hunt Reach Top of the Podium
The unstoppable Aussie reigns on the Neretva River again, while Gary Hunt returns to winning ways at Stari Most.
Tokyo Paralympics Day 7 Prelims: 2 Paralympic and 1 Continental Record(s) Fall
Two swimmers broke their respective class Paralympic records by competing with a higher class’ heats. A continental record also fell on day 7 prelims.
Experienced Administrator To Lead Swimming Australia
Swimming Australia has named Eugenie Buckley as its interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective immediately, following the resignation of Alex Baumann.