Author: rokur
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Ian Thorpe – The Rise of an Olympic Legend | Olympics
Ian Thorpe, nicknamed “The Thorpedo”, is one of the greatest swimmers in Olympic history and a national icon in Australia. Known for his powerful technique, size 17 feet, and calm demeanour, he dominated the pool in the late 1990s and early 2000s — especially at his home Olympics in Sydney 2000.
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Mary T Meagher Aquatic Center Host Free Community Pool Day | WLKY News Louisville
Mary T Meagher Aquatic Center host free community pool day
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Navigating The Challenges of Marathon Swimming with Craig Lewin | Effortless Swimming
What does it really take to swim the English Channel or any marathon swim? My guest today, Craig Lewin, is a triple crown marathon swimmer and coach who’s helped athletes tackle some of the toughest swims on the planet. We talk about how to train for hours in cold, rough water. How to stay motivated…
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The Longest Time Breath Held Voluntarily Underwater | Guinness World Records
Holding your breath for even a few minutes is a tremendous challenge. But doing so while fully submerged takes it to an entirely new level. That’s exactly what Vitomir Maričić of Croatia achieved. On 14 June 2025, in Opatija, Croatia, Vitomir set a remarkable new record for the longest time breath held voluntarily underwater (male)…
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Summer Mclntosh Just Changed Swimming Forever | Eetu Karvonen
What makes Summer McIntosh the most exciting swimmer of her generation?
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Transform Your Backyard With Expert Pool Builders In Sydney
A pool is more than just a feature—it’s an investment in lifestyle, family enjoyment, and home value. Professional pool builders in Sydney specialise in creating customised backyard spaces, combining aesthetics, functionality, and safety. Whether you’re planning a compact plunge pool, a spacious lap pool, or a luxurious infinity pool, experienced builders deliver quality craftsmanship, tailored…
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Learning to Swim as an Adult | CBS 17
A Raleigh man’s journey of learning how to swim as an adult inspires other beginners.
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“Uncomfortable!” Darren Bent Questions What Message Competing in Enhanced Games Sends to Youngsters | TalkSport
Andy Goldstein and Darren Bent debate 2024 Olympic silver medalist, Ben Proud, becoming the first British athlete to sign up to the Enhanced Games.
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Did The Enhanced Games Just Buy Ben Proud? | Kyle Sockwell
Ben Proud has announced he is stepping away from traditional swimming to join the Enhanced Games, a controversial project that promotes “no-limits” performance. Instead of continuing on the path of World Championships and Olympics, Proud is betting on an unproven concept that has raised serious questions about athlete health, legitimacy, and long-term impact on the…