Aqua Centurions Load Up Arsenal With Muñoz, Di Liddo & Sabbioni
Spanish National Record holder Lidon Muñoz is one of the newest additions to the Rome-based Aqua Centurions International Swimming League squad.
Storied British Coach Mike Higgs Loses Battle With Cancer
Athletes, coaches, and members of the swimming community are paying tribute to Coach Mike Higgs who died after a long battle with cancer.
Gwangju 2019 World Championships Boast Record 194 Participating Nations
The flags of 194 nations will wave across the 6 disciplines of aquatic sports at the 2019 FINA World Aquatics Championships – an increase of 12 from 2017.
3-Time Olympian Hannah Miley Headed To U.S. Open Nationals
3-time Olympian Hannah Miley is headed to California as one of a 9-strong Scottish squad competing at U.S. Open Nationals later this month.
NatWest Island Games: Shalamon & Hanlon Among Multiple Event Winners
Kara Hanlon was one of the multiple event winners at this year’s NatWest Island Games that concluded on Friday, July 12th.
Almost $6 Million Up for Grabs at 2019 FINA World Aquatics Championships
Sarah Sjostrom’s 3 gold, 1 silver medal performance at the 2017 World Championships earned her $75,000 in prize money individually.
Russian Swimmer Kristina Vershinina Suspended by RUSADA
Kristina Vershinina, who represented Russia at the 2017 World University Games, had already completed her 6 month suspension by the time it was announced.
Betting Odds Released For Men’s 100 Freestyle At World Championships
Betting odds have come out for the men’s 100 freestyle at the World Championships, with Caeleb Dressel (-150) the favorite over Kyle Chalmers (+162).
Andrea Vergani Expected to Race at World Championships after Marijuana Test
Vergani was the #1-ranked swimmer in the world in the 50 free at the time of his April suspension; he is expected to be cleared to compete in Gwangju.
Duncan Scott Named BUCS Sportsman Of The Year
Duncan Scott earned 3 individual titles at the British Championships this past April and now has been named BUCS Sportsman of the Year.
Poland’s Pawel Juraszek Tested Positive, Wins Appeal, Will Compete In Gwangju
Poland’s National Record Pawel Juraszek tested positive for a banned substance back in March, but won an appeal in order to compete in Gwangju.
2019 World Champs Previews: Kalisz Seeks USA’s 9th-Straight Title in 200 IM
Kalisz, who swept the IM events in Budapest, is currently ranked 9th in the world for 2019 with a 1:57.68 from the TYR Pro Swim Series.
Sarah Sjostrom Enters 5 Events, Including 200 Free, at 2019 World Championships
The entry doesn’t guarantee that Sjostrom will swim it, but it does provide the possibility that the 2016 Olympic silver medalist will race it in Gwangju.
2019 Denmark LC Champs Day 1: 18 and Unders Claim Multiple Event Titles
Nicklas Pedersen and Lucas Strobek were among many junior swimmers that proved their worth during the Day 1 finals.
Still No Deal Between Australian Broadcasters And FINA For World C’ships Airing
A deal between FINA and Australian broadcasters concerning the presenting of the FINA World Championships has still yet to be struck.