‘Balls out’: Cody Simpson breaks world record
Cody Simpson and his “superteam” have shattered an iconic swimming record in “one of the coolest experiences” of his life.
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Transgender athletes banned from competing
Trans athletes will be banned from competing at the college level in the wake of transgender swimmer Lia Thomas’ dominance.
Ledecky showdown top of mind for Titmus in 2023
Ariarne Titmus says her world championship showdown with Katie Ledecky this year will be key to whether she is able to defend her Olympic gold in Paris in 2024.
‘Horrendous’: Trans sport storm explodes
There has been outcry after a swimming star revealed a traumatic locker room incident where she undressed before a transgender rival.
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‘Spin and win’: Campbell breaks 50m record
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Teen swimmer’s bizarre mining shout out
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How Swimming Australia fixed ‘toxic’ culture
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Triple treat for history-making McEvoy
CAMERON McEvoy swam a blistering 50m freestyle at the Olympic swimming trials on Wednesday night to complete a clean-sweep of the 50m, 100m and 200m.
Hocking causes boilover to make third Olympics
BELINDA Hocking caused the biggest upset of the Olympic swimming trials by beating world champion Emily Seebohm in the 200m backstroke on Wednesday night.
What’s going on with this swim cap?
STRANGE markings on Cameron McEvoy’s swimming cap have revealed an intriguing element of the amazing young athlete’s persona.
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