NCAA Programs With the Most Athletes on the 2020 U.S. Olympic Swimming Team
Jack Bauerle’s University of Georgia program has 7 alumni on the Tokyo 2020 US Olympic Swimming Team, more than any other school.
SwimSwam Pulse: 75% of Voters Banking On 7 Or Fewer WRs in Tokyo
Nearly 75% of voters are expecting a very limited number of world records at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics: 7 or fewer total world record swims.
Who Are Pita, the Shirtless Tongan Flag Bearer, & His Swimming Teammates?
Famous Tongan Olympian Pita “Mr. Tonga” Taufatofua walked topless and oiled-up in the opening ceremonies of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Tokyo 2020 Olympic Swimming Preview: Ledecky Hunting for 1st Women’s 1500 Gold
The women’s 1500 free is 1 of 3 new events added to the Olympic swimming schedule this year, along with the men’s 800 free, and the mixed 4×100 medley relay.
IOC & Tokyo 2020 Ban Social Media Teams From Showing Kneeling Athletes
An updated IOC Rule 50 addressed concerns that protests were confined to less-visible venues. But a blackout on images of protests undercuts that visibility.
WATCH: 1,824 Drones Light Up the Sky at #Tokyo2020 Olympics
For the second straight Olympic Games, an aerial drone show has become one of the highlights of the opening ceremonies on Friday in Tokyo.
How to Get The 170-Page Data-Rich Editorial Olympic Guide By Swimming Stats
This is an ad-free, one-off, 170-page editorial Olympic Guide produced for media outlet’s coverage as well as for swimming nerds around the world.
Tokyo 2020 Olympic Swimming Previews: US Seeks 7th-Straight Men’s 100 Back Gold
If World Record holder Ryan Murphy (above) wins gold in the 100 backstroke in Tokyo, this will be America’s 7th consecutive gold medal in this event.
SwimSwam’s Olympic Pick’ Em Contest: Ledecky, Peaty Emerge As Big Favorites
More than 99% of readers have picked both Katie Ledecky (women’s 1500 free) and Adam Peaty (men’s 100 breast) to win gold in their respective events in Tokyo.
Australian Swimming League (ASL) CEO Offers More Insight Into Venture
Just days after the Australian Swiming League (ASL) was announced, its CEO Stuart Coventry provided a few more details about the unique organization.
Over 80 Swimmers Carry Flags in Tokyo Olympics Opening Ceremonies (Full List)
The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games are officially underway following the Opening Ceremonies, which featured over 80 swimmers carrying the flags for their countries.
USMS Nationals Day 3: National Champion Breaststrokers Share Technique Advice
Learn how to perfect your breaststroke from some of the best.
Who Was the Pianist at the #Tokyo2020 Opening Ceremonies?
Japanese jazz pianist Hiromi Uehara performed an energetic piano number during the opening ceremonies, which included playing at times with her elbow.
Matt King Announces Transfer to Virginia After One Year at Alabama
SEC 100 free champion Matt King announced his decision to swim for the University of Virginia beginning in the fall. He will be transferring from Alabama.
Soccer Players Kneel in First Test of Updated Olympic Protest Rules
Players on five women’s soccer teams took a knee before the early matches of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics – protests allowed by updated IOC rules.
