Scotland has a proud tradition in breaststroke, from Olympic champion David Willkie to 2003 world silver medallist Ian Edmond. It’s a tradition that continues today with Michael Jamieson, Commonwealth silver medallist in Delhi and Kris Gilchrist, who heads to the Shanghai World Championships alongside his compatriot to line up in the 100m breaststroke.

The lure of collegiate swimming in the USA has always been great for up and coming British swimmers, but being so far from home doesn’t work for everyone. One such swimmer is Swansea’s Jemma Lowe who is reaping the benefits of a return to the UK.