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Kate Douglass breaks 50m freestyle world record as fencing and gymnastics championships unfold in 2026

Kate Douglass set a 50m freestyle world record of 23.59 seconds at the Indianapolis meet, lowering Sarah Sjöström’s previous mark. At the same time, continental fencing and artistic gymnastics championships delivered new titles, medals and important qualification results for the next stage of the season

23.06.2026

Sports

Russia seeks major European and World Aquatics events after full reinstatement in international swimming

Dmitry Mazepin has outlined Russia's push to bring major aquatic competitions back to the country after World Aquatics restored full membership rights to Russia and Belarus in April 2026. No host city has been confirmed, and the European level remains politically sensitive because of the war in Ukraine and the reaction of sports bodies

08.06.2026

Sports

Race for the Croatian Olympic Committee presidency: Dragan Primorac and the post-Mateša election battle

After Zlatko Mateša’s resignation, the Croatian Olympic Committee is heading into an extraordinary election, and Dragan Primorac’s expected candidacy could sharpen the race with Josip Varvodić. The focus is on federation support, the new HOO Council, a €64.5 million budget and the direction of Croatian Olympic sport through 2028

31.05.2026

Sports

Marrit Steenbergen clocks 51.86 in 100 m freestyle to become second-fastest woman ever in Canet

Marrit Steenbergen produced a 51.86 in the women’s 100 m freestyle at the Mare Nostrum meet in Canet-en-Roussillon, moving to second all-time. The Dutch world champion finished just 0.15 seconds behind Sarah Sjöström’s world record and made one of the strongest statements of the swim season

28.05.2026

Sports

Anna Moesch sets American 100 m freestyle record and joins the fastest swimmers in modern sporting history

Anna Moesch swam an American record of 51.94 in the women’s 100 m freestyle in London and became the second-fastest swimmer ever in the event. Her performance at AP Race London International 2026 confirmed a major breakthrough in world sprint swimming and reshaped the U.S. freestyle picture. The result raised the standard for the event and strengthened her relay credentials

26.05.2026

Sports

Enhanced Games in Las Vegas without track and weightlifting records as Gkolomeev defines controversial event

The first Enhanced Games in Las Vegas produced more debate than record-breaking sport. Kristian Gkolomeev delivered the standout swim over 50 meters freestyle, while the sprint races and weightlifting events fell short of the bold claims made before the six-hour competition

25.05.2026

Sports

World Aquatics lets Russia and Belarus return to pools under strict anti-doping rules and national symbols

World Aquatics has changed its rules for Russian and Belarusian athletes, opening the door to their return to senior international events with national symbols after AQIU background checks and four consecutive anti-doping tests. The decision renews debate over sport, politics and competitive integrity ahead of upcoming qualification cycles

23.05.2026

Sports

Enhanced Games in Las Vegas: Athletes, Doping and Prize Money Reopen Debate on Limits of Sport

The first Enhanced Games in Las Vegas brings together athletes in swimming, athletics, weightlifting and strongman events, while openly raising the issue of substances banned under WADA rules. The competition combines major prize money, medical oversight and an attempt to redefine the boundaries of elite sport

22.05.2026

Sports

Sudan begins long Olympic road to LA28 amid war, sports recovery and renewed hope for Los Angeles 2028

Sudan’s Olympic Committee is beginning a demanding preparation cycle for LA28 as athletes affected by war seek safety, training and qualification events. The road to Los Angeles is becoming both a sporting challenge and a symbol of recovery for a country whose sports system has been deeply disrupted

17.05.2026

Sports

Enhanced Games on the NYSE: The Las Vegas Sports Competition Where Doping Is Allowed

Enhanced Games has become a publicly traded company on the NYSE and plans its first Las Vegas competition with swimming, athletics, weightlifting and strongman events. The project allows medically supervised performance enhancement and faces strong opposition from WADA, World Aquatics and anti-doping bodies

13.05.2026

Sports

Roku to stream Enhanced Games from Las Vegas as doping debate returns to global sport

Roku will stream the first Enhanced Games from Las Vegas on 24 May 2026, bringing a controversial sports event to a major digital platform. The competition combines swimming, athletics and weightlifting, while anti-doping bodies warn that its performance-enhancement model could endanger athletes and sporting integrity

12.05.2026

Sports

Zadarhalf Triathlon 2025 at Zaton Holiday Resort will gather athletes from all over Europe in the most demanding triathlon in Croatia

Zadarhalf triathlon at Zaton Holiday Resort is becoming an international competition with a rich tradition that attracts hundreds of athletes from Europe every year. Swimming, cycling and running through Zadar's natural beauty make this triathlon one of the most demanding, and the next edition will be even bigger and more spectacular.

12.10.2024

Swimming

Articles with this tag

Kate Douglass breaks 50m freestyle world record as fencing and gymnastics championships unfold in 2026

Russia seeks major European and World Aquatics events after full reinstatement in international swimming

Race for the Croatian Olympic Committee presidency: Dragan Primorac and the post-Mateša election battle

Marrit Steenbergen clocks 51.86 in 100 m freestyle to become second-fastest woman ever in Canet

Anna Moesch sets American 100 m freestyle record and joins the fastest swimmers in modern sporting history

Enhanced Games in Las Vegas without track and weightlifting records as Gkolomeev defines controversial event

World Aquatics lets Russia and Belarus return to pools under strict anti-doping rules and national symbols

Enhanced Games in Las Vegas: Athletes, Doping and Prize Money Reopen Debate on Limits of Sport

Sudan begins long Olympic road to LA28 amid war, sports recovery and renewed hope for Los Angeles 2028

Enhanced Games on the NYSE: The Las Vegas Sports Competition Where Doping Is Allowed

Roku to stream Enhanced Games from Las Vegas as doping debate returns to global sport

Zadarhalf Triathlon 2025 at Zaton Holiday Resort will gather athletes from all over Europe in the most demanding triathlon in Croatia

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