Slow pool? Why Paris hasn’t delivered any world records
Unless the French accidentally used a faulty tape measure and built a 51m pool, there is no simple explanation for the lack of world records being set in Paris, our swimming experts explain.
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The Irish pub which has become Australia’s field of dreams
There’s a tiny part of Paris that turns yellow at 10.30pm – and it’s not the River Seine, but somewhere the parents of Australian swimmers have called home during the Paris Olympics.
Unmasking the real Mollie O’Callaghan
Tough as nails Mollie O’Callaghan disguises the jitters lurking within Australia’s superstar swimmer, writes JULIAN LINDEN.
‘Is that a coincidence?’: USA complain as Aussies rule the pool
James Magnussen says we could be witnessing three Aussies compete to be the ‘greatest Olympians in history’ all at the same Games, as the Matty and Missile podcast talks all things Paris.
‘America are losing’: US put in its place
Australia’s swimmers have kicked off the Olympics in brilliant fashion but it’s much different for the US — unless you ask them.
‘One of one’: Unbreakable McKeown joins Olympic greats
When everyone else around her is choking up, Kaylee McKeown somehow keeps it all together. That’s why she’s already one of Australia’s all-time greats — and only really getting started.
Aussie swim star about to become the GOAT
The stage is set for Kyle Chalmers to swim into Olympic swimming history after he avoided the same mistake that cost him gold in Tokyo.
Kyle Chalmers primed for shot at Olympics immortality
With Kyle Chalmers gunning for gold in the 100m freestyle at the Paris Olympics, his swimming rivals have been trying to get under the Australian star’s skin.
Brutal podium image will infuriate America
Even Ian Thorpe was blown away as Kaylee McKeown claimed an extraordinary gold medal, fighting back to beat her US rivals.
Cody Simpson’s night out image goes viral
Cody Simpson isn’t competing in Paris, but he’s been snapped enjoying a night out at one of the city’s most famous cultural experiences.
Olympian banned for ‘sneaking out’ speaks
A Brazilian athlete was sent packing after being caught by officials over a late-night act before her swimming event.
Chalk and cheese, rivals and friends: nation celebrates with ‘inseparables’
Mollie O’Callaghan and Ariarne Titmus are not quite besties and the rivalry is genuine, yet rarely does an Olympic presentation ceremony transcend personal glory and gloating.
Chinese swimmers secretly banned by WADA
Two Chinese swimmers were secretly given a provisional ban of 12 months after failing doping tests in 2022, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has confirmed.
Wardrobe malfunction thrills Olympic fans
Italian Olympic champion Thomas Ceccon has proven that some people truly have it all after sending fans into a frenzy.
Magnussen: ’Mollie set to become our greatest Olympian in history’
She has won two Olympic gold medals with three events to go in Paris. But forget this Olympic Games, James Magnussen thinks Mollie O’Callaghan will create Olympic history for many years to come. Listen to the latest podcast here.
Wild Olympics conspiracy theory emerges
After three days of swimming action at the Paris Olympics, fans and commentators are all saying the same thing about the results in the pool.
Golden jacket embodies sacrifice and joy of swimming parents
The parents of Australia’s swimming stars almost go through as much emotionally as their sons or daughters, so when their children succeed why not find a unique way to celebrate, which has now become tradition.
Magnussen: The ballsy Mollie move that brought Titmus undone
Mollie O’Callaghan produced one of the swims of the Games to knock over training partner Ariarne Titmus. JAMES MAGNUSSEN takes us inside the race.
Caller sorry for ‘make-up’ dig at Aussies
A commentator, whose sexist comment about four Aussie swimming champions was labelled as “outrageous”, has issued an apology.
History at Mollie’s beckoning after Paris’ greatest swim yet
Quiet and unassuming on the exterior, Mollie O’Callaghan proved herself a cold-blooded killer when she swam over training partner Ariarne Titmus in an electric 200m freestyle final.
‘These are happy tears’: Silver lining for emotional Titmus
Ariarne Titmus was reduced to tears as she tried to reconcile her mixed emotions after claiming a silver medal behind training partner Mollie O’Callaghan.
Star caught out, kicked out of Olympic village
A Brazilian athlete has been sent packing after being caught out by officials over a late-night act before her swimming event.
Titmus breaks down in brutal unseen act
Ariarne Titmus and Mollie O’Callaghan broke down in tears in brutal scenes after the swim heroes training partners claimed gold and silver.
Inside story of Mollie’s rivalry with Ariarne Titmus
They’re two of the fastest swimmers in the world and they train in the same pool. Ariarne Titmus and Mollie O’Callaghan open up on their relationship, and how Dean Boxall is central to their success.
Gold medals are great, but Olympics a reality check for us all
If you win you’re a national hero, lose and we turn our collective backs and put the scarfs and beanies back in the drawer, writes Mike O’Connor.
Dolphins call truce with USA in pursuit of Olympic history
Australia’s swimmers have put their war of words with the United States to bed, setting their own lofty targets for the Paris Olympics.
Analysis: Numbers that prove relay hopes hang on golden girls
Every swimming relay for the Paris Olympic Games has been analysed and it appears Australia will again be relying on it’s women in the pool to return the gold. The full analysis here.
‘I hated swimming’: The twist of fate that led Olympian to the pool
Deep down Tommy Neill knew that he was a good swimmer, however ‘hated swimming’ and had a passion for rugby. Then a cruel snap injury changed everything.
Bizarre outrage over Aussie swim team photo
The Australian swimming team has been dragged into a storm after an act in Paris that has rubbed some the wrong way.
Analysis: Australia’s medal chances in every men’s swimming race
A disappointing Olympic trials times wise for Australia’s male swimmers has put them on the back foot, but they are not out of the race for medals. An ULTIMATE GUIDE to every men’s swimming event in Paris.
The chronic pain that almost ended Bronte Campbell’s career
For the first time in two decades, Bronte will be the only Campbell in the pool. As she prepares for her fourth Games, she reveals the pain she’s overcome, the post Tokyo break and how she almost called time.
Chinese swimmers ordered to undergo extra drug tests before Olympics
After the doping scandal that rocked the swimming scene in the lead up to Paris, World Aquatics has confirmed additional independent testing for Chinese swimmers ahead of the Games.
The legends and rookies challenging Australia’s golden girls
Australia’s current crop of women’s swimmers lay claim to being the greatest generation this country has ever produced. Yet they still may not be the world’s best. An ULTIMATE GUIDE to every women’s swimming event in Paris.
‘Grateful to be here’: Titmus on her fight for life
Ariarne Titmus was fighting for every breath after a troubled birth when the umbilical cord wrapped around her neck. Her battle for survival tells the story of her entire life. WARNING: GRAPHIC FOOTAGE
Why swim star’s shock entry could break Aussie hearts in Paris
Sarah Sjostrom caused a shock when her name appeared among the 100m freestyle entrants for the Paris Olympics — and it could have a huge impact on Australia’s big gold medal hope.
Aussie star pulls out of ‘race of the century’
The Australian swimming team has made six late team changes for the Paris Olympics, including a shock withdrawal.
Swim star forfeits Olympics place as secretive switches confirmed
A rising swim star has forfeited her chance to join Ariarne Titmus in the ‘race of the century’. It is one of six switches to the Australian swimming team line-up. SEE ALL CHANGES.
Meares calls for athletes faith in system as WADA comes under fire
Despite being cleared of any wrongdoing by an independent report, the World Anti-Doping Agency is facing fresh calls to reveal everything it knows about the Chinese swimming drug scandal.
Outrage as WADA ‘crumbles before the world’
A Chinese swimmer has been set up to be the biggest villain at the Paris Olympics with a WADA announcement about Chinese athletes causing uproar.
Olympians’ stern warning to parents
Two of Australia’s top athletes have warned of the damage of “digital devices” pulling kids away from the glories of sport to the closed world of smartphones.
‘Entirely false’: Paris 2024 stink erupts over late Seine race call
The Paris Olympics organising committee has rejected claims there are secret contingency plans for open swimming events in the Seine. JULIAN LINDEN reports on the mooted late change.
How Campbell’s ‘sore losers’ quip stoked US rivalry ahead of Paris
They were the old comments that became the biggest story in US swimming. Now, Aussie legend Cate Campbell has revealed what happened next as the Australia-US rivalry intensifies.
Swim world awaits bombshell review into Chinese doping saga
It appears that the Chinese swimmers who tested positive to a banned substance prior to the Tokyo Olympic Games will not face any significant sanction.
Gold economy: Inside ‘brutal’ Olympics cash and fame race
Olympians are the hottest property for a small window every four years, SHANNON GILL digs in to the high stakes opportunity presented to capitalise on that two-week spotlight.
‘Different’: Steph Rice reveals new partner
Aussie Olympic champion Steph Rice has gone public with her new partner, sharing a gushing tribute and loved up pics in a heartfelt post.
Aussie swimmers filthy with Stefanovic
Aussie swimming champ James Magnussen has taken a stunning swipe at Karl Stefanovic over his infamous “tosser” comment.
Swimming Australia poaches coaching guru from rivals
The Poms will be filthy after Swimming Australia pulled off a massive coup by poaching the driving force behind British super star breaststroker Adam Peaty, less than a month from the start of the Olympic Games.
Steph Rice: Australian tactic ‘must stop’
Swimming legend Stephanie Rice has declared Australia is making an Olympic mistake all over again, and it’s only making Team USA stronger.
Analysis: What sweet silence says about Aussie-US power balance
Australian sports fans long remember when the Aussie boys smashed the US ‘like guitars’ at Sydney 2000. JULIAN LINDEN looks at what to expect from swimming’s great rivalry when it reignites at Paris.
World champion swimmer Cate Campbell’s stunning training secret
It takes both mental strength and physical strength to be the best in the world. It was the price champion swimmer Cate Campbell was willing to pay. Now, in retirement, Campbell reveals the extraordinary lengths she went to and her biggest weapon in pursuit of greatness.
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