Back in the Prince of Wales Dock, here are the highlights from the PEAKS Swansea Swim.
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Glasgow 2026 Day 4 Review | Can Anyone Stop Australian Swimming? | Propulsion Swimming
We are live wrapping up Day 4 of the Commonwealth Games, as the Australians put on an absolute masterclass.
Despite the Aussie dominance, 16-year-old Amelie Smith stole the show for England, dropping a massive PB in the 400m IM to take silver behind Jenna Forrester. We also break down Meg Harris leading an Australian 1-2-3 in the 100m Freestyle, Sam Williamson’s incredible comeback story to win the 50m Breaststroke, and Sam Short looking back to his absolute best in the 800m Free.
Plus, we celebrate an amazing night of Scottish PBs in the Women’s 100m Fly, Lewis Clareburt defending his 200m Fly title, and Brock Whiston’s heroic para-swimming gold.
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Teen Lifeguard Braves Massive Waves to Rescue Young Boy at Seabright Beach | KSBW Action News 8
Teen lifeguard braves massive waves to rescue young boy at Seabright Beach
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Lifeguards Name Windansea as One of the Most Dangerous Beaches Amid High Surf | FOX 5 San Diego
San Diego lifeguards say that since June 1, more than 11 million people have visited San Diego beaches, and they’ve conducted more than 3,160 rescues.
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Commonwealth Games Day 3: Australia Dominates the Pool | Glasgow 2026
The swimming events at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games were highly competitive, featuring several record-breaking performances:
- Women’s S9 100m Backstroke: Alice Tai claimed her third consecutive gold medal in this event (35:27).
- Men’s S9 100m Backstroke: Tim Hodge successfully defended his title from Birmingham to secure gold for Australia (37:37).
- Women’s 100m Breaststroke: In a dramatic finish, Scotland’s Angharad Evans won gold, narrowly beating the competition by just 0.21 seconds (39:14).
- Men’s 100m Butterfly: Josh Liendo secured a thrilling victory, winning the race by only 0.01 seconds (41:16).
- Women’s 100m Backstroke: Iona Anderson of Australia edged out the field to take the gold by 0.06 seconds (43:00).
- Men’s 200m Backstroke: Pieter Coetze dominated the race, holding his pace to win gold despite early pressure (44:39).
- Men’s 50m Freestyle: Cameron McEvoy set a new Games record with an incredible time of 20.97 seconds (46:04).
- Men’s 4x200m Freestyle Relay: Australia capped off the session by winning gold and setting a new Commonwealth Games record (47:29).
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38-Year-Old Drowns at Stone Mountain Neighborhood Pool | Atlanta News Now
The DeKalb County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the victim as 38-year-old Devon Marion.
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Swimming Trip Turns Into a Nightmare in Lanaudière | TVA Nouvelles
Several people tried unsuccessfully to resuscitate a man who drowned while swimming in a Lanaudière river on Saturday.
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Staying Cool in the Pool: Swimmers Compete in Annual River Country Championships | WGEM – Tri States News Leader
Staying Cool in the Pool: Swimmers compete in annual River Country Championships
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Why Breaststroke Is The Hardest Stroke In Swimming | Campbell McKean
Breaststroke is often called the slowest stroke in swimming, but that doesn’t mean it’s the easiest. In fact, I believe it’s the most technically demanding stroke in the sport.
As a Division I swimmer at the University of Texas and a member of Team USA, I’ve spent years trying to master breaststroke. In this video, I break down what actually makes it so difficult—from the constant battle against drag to the razor-thin timing between the pull, kick, and glide. I’ll compare it to the other three strokes, explain the biggest mistakes swimmers make, and show why the smallest technical details can make or break a race.
Whether you’re a competitive swimmer, coach, swim parent, or just curious about the science behind elite swimming, I hope this gives you a new appreciation for the stroke.