French Short Course Championships – Video Recap
The French Federation (FFN) released a video recapping some of the highlights of last weekend’s nationals short course championships in Angers, as seen through several races and interviews.
Laure Manaudou: Autobiography Released in time for her 28th Birthday
At the height of her success, Laure Manaudou was the most popular personality in France. Today, on her 28th birthday, the star has launched her autobiography.
Laure Manaudou, basketballer Tony Parker to represent France’s sport promotion campaign
This fall, Olympic gold medalist Laure Manaudou will join professional basketball player Tony Parker in promoting France’s Sentez-vous sport program, an initiative designed to get more French citizens involved in sports and physical activity.
Florent Manaudou, Ice Watch – Feature Video
Florent Manaudou, 50 freestyle 2012 Olympic champion and brother of Olympic star Laure Manaudou, expands his endorsement portfolio with Ice Watch.
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Laure Manaudou Breaks 50 Backstroke National Record
The third evening of the French National Championships was highlighted by Laure Manaudou breaking her own National Record in the…
Yannick Agnel Breaks 400 Free Short Course WR at French Nationals
When Yannick Agnel said he as giving up the 400 free for good to focus on the 100 and 200, he…
Tournée d’adieu pour Laure Manaudou?
After some impressive swims over the weekend, French swim fans are holding on to hope that they haven’t seen the last of Laure Manaudou.
Manaudou Siblings Dominate in Compiegne
Swim News: The siblings Manaudou made their post-Olympic debuts at a national meet in Compiegne over the weekend. (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, the swim pictures)
Laure Manaudou Announces Retirement Plans (the Sequel)
Laure Manaudou says the end is near, but her coach doesn’t necessarily believe it. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
France Sending Near-Full Squad to Short Course World Championships
Fred Bousquet will return to global competition in December at the Short Course World Championships. (Photo Courtesy: Mike Lewis/OlaVistaPhotography.com)
Phelps Begins Last Run at Olympic Three-Peat in 100 Fly Prelims
Michael Phelps is still seeking individual gold at this meet, and enters still as the favorite in the men’s 100 fly. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Seebohm Breaks Australian Record in Day 2 Prelims; Missy 2nd
Australia’s Emily Seebohm came within a stroke of the World Record in prelims of the 100 back. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Dave and Gary Discuss the Sport’s Greatest, Kind Of
David: Coming in at number five: Shirley Babashoff. Queen Shali Baba was as good as they come, and one of the few people I can think of where saying “she went postal” means she went on to have a great job with benefits.
Family at the Picadilly Circus: 11 Sets of Siblings Set to Swim in London
The sisters Anderson (Haley and Alyssa) are not the only siblings going to London. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)