Ollie Morgan was the standout performer on the second night in London as he downed the British Record in the 100m backstroke, erasing Liam Tancock’s mark that had stood since he donned a shiny suit in 2009.
Continue Reading →London Lights Up – Day 1 Selection Tracker
A blistering start to the Aquatics GB swimming championships that was headlined by a remarkable return to form for Adam Peaty who blasted through the 58s barrier to win the 100m breaststroke in 57.94 and secure the chance to defend his Olympic title. Here’s an Olympic and Paralympic selection update after the first day of competition in London.
Continue Reading →Could Anderson Absence Affect Olympic Relay Selection?
With a week to go before the Aquatics GB Championships, Freya Anderson revealed that she has been suffering from glandular fever since the start of the year. While she will be in London, it’s far from certain she will compete raising possible questions over the selection of freestyle relay quartets.
Continue Reading →Aquatics GB Swimming Championships set to stay in London
After announcing their rebrand from British Swimming to Aquatics GB there was another piece of news that snuck out at the same time as preparations continue for this year’s Olympic trials at the London Aquatic Centre, as Tom Dean revealed on his podcast that the competition would stay there for the next 5 years.
Continue Reading →Podcast: London Calling – Olympic Trials Preview
It’s the second most important meet of the year for Britain’s Olympic hopefuls as they seek to secure their places at the year’s big event at the British Championships in London. The lates podcast previews a make or break meet which promises some scintillating racing with ecstasy and despair in equal measure.
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