Ledecky: This is the year we’ve been working towards (Video)
When you own all 10 of the top 10 swims ever recorded in the 800 free, your true opposition is the clock… and yourself.
Katie Ledecky reminisces on 2012 Olympic experience (Video)
At just 19 years old, Ledecky will be swimming in her 2nd Olympics, having won gold in the 800 meter freestyle at the London Olympics.
Greek Swimmer Sent Home from Olympics After Positive Doping Test
On the same day that it was announced that Russian swimming had gotten a pass for their previously-suspended athletes to…
Gold Medals Over 30: Historically Rare, But Expected in Rio
Just eight swimmers have won gold medals after the age of 30. Michael Phelps is one of four athletes with a great shot to join that list this week
Russian Swimming President Says Efimova + 4 More Cleared by FINA
According to Russian Swimming Federation President Vladimir Salnikov, Yulia Efimova has been cleared to compete in the Rio de Janeiro Olympics.
Michael Phelps Praises Olympic Pool Ahead of Meet
“There’s a lot of adrenaline running through my body when you walk into a venue like that.” Those were the…
Russian Daria Ustinova Latest to File Appeal to CAS
Russian swimmer Daria Ustinova is the latest to file an appeal to the international Court of Arbitration for Sport over her…
Croatian Men’s Medley, Freestyle Relays Removed from Heat Sheets
On Friday, after SwimSwam reported that a 17th team was mysteriously allowed to enter two relays in violation of FINA’s…
Michael Phelps Facebooks Live En Route to Opening Ceremonies
American swimmer Michael Phelps Facebooked live en route to the opening ceremonies at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. Phelps was this week named…
How to Watch the Olympic Opening Ceremonies from Anywhere in the World
Earlier this month, we outlined how to watch the Olympics via live stream no matter where you are in the…
22 Swimmers To Bear Their Nations Flag at the Opening Ceremonies
22 swimmers will bear the flag at the 2016 Opening Ceremonies.
Get in the Olympic Mood with a Flashback to London 2012
To get excited for Rio, dive into the SwimSwam archives and revisit the London 2012 Olympics.
How To Follow 2016 Rio Olympic Swimming On SwimSwam
The Rio Olympics are coming, and SwimSwam is prepped to be your hub for all of the swimming and aquatics action.
Things You Won’t See At the Olympics
Amy Finn shares with us the 5 things you won’t see at the Olympics.
