Daiya Seto: “I’m Still Picking Up The Pieces” After Olympic Postponement
“I have not been able to say anything about next year until now because I just could not come to grips with everything,” says Japan’s Daiya Seto.
Hong Kong Coaches Given $967 In Coronavirus Relief Grants
In Hong Kong, the government has announced a subsidy of HK$7500 (~$967 USD) to each registered sports coach as part of relief measures.
Farida Osman Details Arranging Travel Back To Egypt, Thoughts On Olympic Delay
The two-time World Championship medalist had the Egyptian Government schedule a specific Egyptair flight to get her and other athletes in the U.S. home.
Roadmaps 2.0 – Mapping International Swim Stars: Men’s 200 Free
It’s time to explore some international stars! Read more on the men’s 200 free featuring Danas Rapsys, Sun Yang, Duncan Scott, James Guy, and more.
Japan’s Yui Ohashi Discovers Something New About Her Swimming
Japan’s premier IM specialist Yui Ohashi discusses a delayed Olympics, possible retirement and the key to her swimming efficiency.
Olympic Torch Display Cancelled Amid Escalating COVID-19 Threat
Plans to display the Tokyo Olympic Flame have now been suspended due to escalating concerns over the COVID-19 spread throughout Japan.
Beyond The Lane Lines: Femke Heemskerk Gets Married In A Jogging Suit
Catch up on some of the swimming stories you may have missed, including Femke Heemskerk getting married in a jogging suit.
2020 Japan Open Officially Cancelled Due to COVID-19
The 2020 Japan Open has officially been cancelled, dropping one more elite meet off of the month of June’s aquatic competition schedule.
Tokyo Considering Olympic Facilities to House People With Coronavirus Symptoms
The Tokyo government is considering using the empty venues constructed for the Games as temporary housing for citizens with mild coronavirus symptoms.
IOC Athletes’ Commission Holds First Meeting With New Olympic Dates In Mind
The IOC AC conducted a call with over 150 athletes representatives to collect feedback and address questions and concerns over the new Olympic timeline.
State of Swiss Federal Tribunal in Limbo as Sun Yang’s Appeal Deadline Passes
Last Saturday marked a month since Sun Yang was handed an eight-year ban – the deadline to appeal – but parts of the high court aren’t functioning as usual.
IOC Sets Date For Postponed Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games
Let the countdown begin, as the IOC announces the official new start date of the 2020 Olympic Games, rescheduled to next year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
2021 FINA World Aquatic C’ships To Revise Dates Due To Olympic Overlap
FINA will consult with stakeholders including athletes, coaches, national federations, TV partners & sponsors to determine the most appropriate solution.
Postponed Olympic Games Most Likely Headed To July Of 2021
A potential new plan is bubbling to the surface pointing to July 2021 as the most likely time frame for the start of the postponed Tokyo Olympics.
With Renewed Fire, Schooling Temporarily Returns To Singapore
Joseph Schooling will return to his native Singapore temporarily, but his overall outlook is positive and aggressive heading into the new Olympic timeline.