Kieren Perkins

Swimming’s Greatest World Records

Katie Ledecky owns two of the most dominant world records on the books, the women’s 800 free (8:04.79) and 1500 free (15:20.48).

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Kaylee McKeown Named 2024 Australian Swimmer of the Year (Olympic Program)

Australian swimmer Kaylee McKeown won 5 Olympic medals in Paris, including becoming the first Australian to win four individual Olympic gold medals.

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The Incredible Feat of an Olympic Repeat – Part III

After tying with Anthony Ervin in 2000, Gary Hall Jr. defending the men’s 50 free Olympic title at the 2004 Games in Athens.

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The Incredible Feat of an Olympic Repeat – Part I

Rebecca Soni surprised by winning the women’s 200 breast at the 2008 Olympics, and she backed it up four years later with repeat gold and new world record.

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Denuncia desde Australia: “Alguien morirá en Los Juegos Mejorados”

El olímpico Kieren Perkins afirmó que serán “casi criminales” si se lleva a cabo un evento que permite sustancias prohibidas para mejorar el rendimiento.

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2023 Swammy Awards: Oceanian Male Swimmer of the Year – Sam Short

Australian Sam Short is the 2023 recipient of the Swammy for Oceanian Male Swimmer of the Year, as he posted the fastest 400 free since 2012.

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Il Rapporto Su Swimming Australia Rileva Misoginia, Abusi E Body Shaming

Il rapporto sull’indagine partita due anni fa su Swimming Australia ha rilevato comportamenti sessisti, abusi e body shaming

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Leaked Report Shows Swimming Australia Covered Up Investigation’s Misogynistic Findings

The full investigation conducted nearly two years ago into Swimming Australia’s treatment of women and girls has been revealed and the findings are harrowing.

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Legendary Australian Sports Journalist Wayne Smith Dies At 69

“Smithy” was highly respected by his peers and played a pivotal role in Brisbane earning the 2032 Olympic bid.

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Canberra, Australia To Host 2024 Junior Pan Pacific Championships

The Junior Pan Pacs will head to the Australian capital of Canberra in August 2024, with the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) set to play host.

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Tuncelli Becomes Youngest Swimmer Ever To Crack The 15-Minute Barrier In 1500 Free

In addition to becoming the youngest swimmer under the 15-minute barrier, Tuncelli took five and a half seconds off the Turkish National Record.

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Tracy Stockwell (Caulkins) Lascia La Presidenza Di Swimming Australia

Swimming Australia ha sostituito Tracy Stockwell nominando inaspettatamente Michelle Gallen nuovo presidente della federazione

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Tracy Stockwell (Caulkins) Out As President of Swimming Australia After Nine Months

Swimming Australia announced the election of Dr. Michelle Gallen as its new President, axing Tracy Stockwell after just nine months.

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2022 Commonwealth Games Previews: Winnington, Jervis Highlight Men’s Distance Free

After winning World Championship gold in the 400 free in June, Australia’s Elijah Winnington is poised to add the Commonwealth title to his resume.

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Giochi Del Commonwealth 2022: I Motivi Per Seguirli

I Giochi del Commonwealth 2022 di Birmingham rappresentano un evento molto importante, che vedrà in acqua molti campioni olimpici

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