There's only one name that sticks in the memory following the World Championships in Melbourne and perhaps surprisingly it's not Michael Phelps. Not even Laure Manaudou. Instead it's a name that viewers and spectators were exposed to more often than any other. Yes, it's Yakult the manufacturer of pro-biotic drinks and … Continue Reading→
Monthly Archives: March 2007
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medley mark for miley
You don't have to be down under to be setting records; while her British team-mates laboured in Melbourne, Garioch's Hannah Miley smashed her own British Record on the first night of heats at the British Championships in Manchester. the young Scot carved over 4 seconds off her own national standard. posting 4:40.07 to easily … Continue Reading→
the pullbuoy podcast 5 – melbourne 2007 preview
There’s only one thing to talk about on this month’s podcast – the swimming World Championships in Melbourne. We’re joined by Eurosport’s James Parrack to preview the competition and to take a look at the British prospects.
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When thinking about Britain’s prospects at the forthcoming world championships, there is considerable cause for optimism that the squad can maintain the momentum built in the waters of Melbourne and Budapest last year. With the 2007 meet the last chance to make a mark on a global stage before the world moves to Beijing, … Continue Reading→
beijing spots now available to britain’s swimmers
In a surprising twist it has emerged that Britain's swimmers will be able to book their Olympic place at this months World Championships in Melbourne. Bill Sweetenham, while remarking on how these championships will prove a valuable stepping stone on the path to Beijing, made it known that Olympic spots were up for grabs.
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