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• You’ve Probably Seen FINIS SlipFin Pro. Here’s What Makes It Different.

  22-09-2026 11:00 via swimswam.com
  
  By SwimSwam Partner Content on SwimSwam
  Courtesy of FINIS, a SwimSwam partner.
  By now, there’s a good chance you’ve seen or heard of the FINIS SlipFin Pro.
  The strapless training fin has been making its way onto pool decks, social media, and into the hands of swimmers and coaches over the past year. But while its unusual design is usually the first thing people notice, the idea behind SlipFin Pro goes beyond simply removing the heel strap.
  FINIS developed SlipFin Pro around a si
  
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• Senators File Amendment to Protect College Sports Act To Limit College Coaching Compensation to $5 Million A Year

  23-09-2026 23:11 via swimswam.com
  
  By Madeline Folsom on SwimSwam
  While the Protect College Sports Act is moving through its procedural votes in the Senate, more than 35 amendments have been filed including one to limit college coaching compensation to $5 million a year.
  The bill has currently passed three procedural votes in the senate, and it still has a few more votes to pass after changes were made to the bill language last week.
  While the bill is moving through the votes, senators are filing a range of amendments to the bill
  
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• Nike Swim Signs On as a CSL Series Sponsor

  23-09-2026 23:05 via swimswam.com
  
  By SwimSwam Staff on SwimSwam
  Nike Swim is joining the College Swimming League as a sponsor of our entire inaugural series, all eight matches, from the season  opener on September 24 through the Championship on November 6.
  Nike Swim’s commitment covers the full series in Year 1. A season-long commitment from one of the most recognizable names in  swimming reflects the momentum behind what we’re building, and the direction we intend to keep taking  the sport.
  “Nik
  
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• Cal Kicks Off 2028 Recruiting with Verbal Commitment from Top Backstroker in Class, #9 Grant Bellin

  23-09-2026 22:58 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anne Lepesant on SwimSwam
  Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.
  Grant Bellin from University Place, Washington, has announced his verbal commitment to the University of California, Berkeley, for the 2028-29 school
  
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• Olympic Medalist Kim Woomin Withdraws From Asian Games 800 Free With Shoulder Injury; 400 Status Uncertain

  23-09-2026 21:39 via swimswam.com
  
  By Retta Race on SwimSwam
  2026 ASIAN GAMESSeptember 20th – September 25th (pool swimming)
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  RecapsPrelims: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4
  Finals: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4The men’s 800m freestyle is set to take center stage tomorrow at the 2026 Asian Games in Tokyo, Japan; ho
  
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• 2026-27 College Swimming Previews: Ilya Kharun Leads the #4 ASU Men That Lost A Lot of Star Power

  23-09-2026 21:31 via swimswam.com
  
  By Madeline Folsom on SwimSwam
  It’s that time of the year again. SwimSwam will be previewing the top 12 men’s and women’s teams (and then some) from the 2026 NCAA Championships. Follow along with the College Swimming Preview Channel. Want to read even more? Check out the latest edition of the SwimSwam magazine.
  #4 Men: Arizona State Sun Devils
  Key Losses: Remi Fabiani (37 NCAA points, 4 NCAA relays), Jonny Kulow (27 NCAA points, 4 NCAA relays), Adam Chaney (19.5 NCAA
  
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• China Has Monster Asian Games Night Four, Winning All But One Event

  23-09-2026 20:51 via swimswam.com
  
  By Retta Race on SwimSwam
  2026 ASIAN GAMESSeptember 20th – September 25th (pool swimming)
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  RecapsPrelims: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4
  Finals: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4Day four of the 2026 Asian Games unfolded in thrilling form tonight from the Tokyo Aquatics Centre, with the powerhouse n
  
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• 22nd National Masters Swimming Championships: Swimmers Raise Questions Over Planning, Scheduling and Management

  23-09-2026 20:15 via swimswam.com
  
  By Sanuj Srivastava on SwimSwam
  The 22nd National Masters Swimming Championships, held in Bahadurgarh, Haryana, saw participation from more than 1,200 swimmers from across India. While the large turnout highlighted the growing popularity of Masters swimming in the country, several swimmers have raised concerns over the planning and management of the championship.
  A letter shared among swimmers in WhatsApp groups by Maharashtra Masters swimmer Kushal Bhagi highlighted concerns ranging from change
  
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• Judge Grants Owen McDonald and Zalan Sarkany 5th Year of Eligibility

  23-09-2026 20:11 via swimswam.com
  
  By Madeline Folsom on SwimSwam
  An Indiana judge has granted a preliminary injunction, giving Indiana swimmers Owen McDonald and Zalan Sarkany a 5th year of eligibility one day before Indiana starts their swim season.
  At the beginning of September, McDonald and Sarkany were part of a lawsuit against the NCAA, seeking an extra year of eligibility after the NCAA passed the five-for-five rule this summer.
  That judge granted the athletes, which included a few Indiana football players, a Temporary Res
  
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• Hungarian Olympic Bronze medalist David Betlehem Hints at Retirement Dependent on World Champs or Olympic Gold

  23-09-2026 18:40 via swimswam.com
  
  By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam
  Hungarian Olympian and Open Water Olympic Bronze medalist David Betlehem has hinted at when he may hang up his cap and goggles, likely after he secures a World Championship or Olympic gold medal.
  In a report from 24.Hu, Betlehem, who is only 23 years old, says the idea of both golds is the main driving force in his career today.
  “Two more medals, from two competitions. It remains to be seen how many opportunities I will have for this. Hopefully one next year an
  
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• Yu Zidi, 13, Continues Eye-Opening Asian Games with 4:28.56 400 IM, #5 Performer All-Time

  23-09-2026 16:59 via swimswam.com
  
  By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam
  2026 ASIAN GAMESSeptember 20th – September 25th (pool swimming)
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  RecapsPrelims: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4
  Finals: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4WOMEN’S 400 IM – FINALWorld Record – 4:23.65, Summer McIntosh (CAN), 2025
  World Junior Record – 4:24.38, Summer Mc
  
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• Zhang Zhanshuo Backs Up 4×200 Relay Split with 1:43.49 Asian Record in Individual 200 Free

  23-09-2026 16:00 via swimswam.com
  
  By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam
  2026 ASIAN GAMESSeptember 20th – September 25th (pool swimming)
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  RecapsPrelims: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4
  Finals: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4MEN’S 200 FREESTYLE – FINALWorld Record – 1:42.00, Paul Biedermann (GER), 2009
  World Junior Record – 1:42.97, Davi
  
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• Shoon Mitsunaga (JPN) & Xu Fang (CHN) Down 100 Fly National Records At Asian Games

  23-09-2026 15:32 via swimswam.com
  
  By Sean Griffin on SwimSwam
  2026 ASIAN GAMESSeptember 20th – September 25th (pool swimming)
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  RecapsPrelims: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4
  Finals: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4MEN’S 100M BUTTERFLY – FINALWorld Record – 49.45, Caeleb Dressel (USA), 2021
  World Junior R
  
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• Teenager Starts Free Learn-To-Swim Program At London Aquatics Centre, Reaching 780 Kids

  23-09-2026 10:49 via swimswam.com
  
  By Will Baxley on SwimSwam
  17-year-old competitive swimmer Jeremiah Carnegie grew up attending meets at the London Aquatics Centre, the famed, state-of-the-art facility that housed the 2012 Olympics.
  In his time spent at the pool, located in the Newham borough, the teenager noticed that there weren’t many people from the surrounding community taking advantage of the facility.
  “It was blatantly obvious that quite a lot of the venue wasn’t being used to its full capacity by
  
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• 2026 Asian Games: Day Four Finals Live Recap

  23-09-2026 09:30 via swimswam.com
  
  By Retta Race on SwimSwam
  2026 ASIAN GAMESSeptember 20th – September 25th (pool swimming)
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  RecapsPrelims: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3
  Finals: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 
  WOMEN’S 100 BUTTERFLY – FINALWorld Record – 54.33, Gretchen Walsh (USA), 2026
  World Junior Record – 56.20, Claire Curzan (USA)
  
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• 2026 Asian Games: Day 4 Prelims Live Recap

  23-09-2026 02:47 via swimswam.com
  
  By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam
  2026 ASIAN GAMESSeptember 20th – September 25th (pool swimming)
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  RecapsPrelims: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3
  Finals: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3The 4th prelims session is upon us at the 2026 Asian Games, with preliminary heats of the women’s 100 fly, men’s 100 fly, women’s 100 ba
  
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• Mark Wild Elevated To Interim Head Coach Of WPI Swimming And Diving

  23-09-2026 02:36 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  Mark Wild has been named interim head coach of Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s men’s and women’s swimming and diving programs. Wild previously spent time as an assistant coach of the program.
  “I am very honored and privileged to step into the role of head coach of WPI Swimming and Diving for this season,” stated Wild. “I am very thankful to the school and administration for trusting me with a program that, over the past 20 years,
  
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• “Best of the Rest” Butterflyer Greta Myers Verbally Commits to Princeton’s Class of 2031

  23-09-2026 02:03 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anne Lepesant on SwimSwam
  Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.
   
  Greta Myers from Avondale Estates, Georgia, is verbally committed to the admission process* at Princeton University for 2027-28. She wrote to S
  
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• College Swimming League Awarding $25,000 To All Four Schools That Make The Championship Match

  23-09-2026 01:47 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  The College Swimming League (CSL) will award each of the four schools in the championship match $25,000 for a total of $100,000 in prize money being awarded. Team scores are combined, meaning there will be four schools at the final rather than four men’s teams and four women’s teams where schools could vary.
  The CSL will have just under $1 million going towards travel, accommodations, and prize money for its first season. Travel and accommodations are
  
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• Auburn Lands Big Commitment from European Jr. Champs Finalist Diana Stiger for 2027

  22-09-2026 23:30 via swimswam.com
  
  By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam
  Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.
  Romanian native Diana Stiger has announced her commitment to Auburn University as a member of the Tiger’s 2027 recruiting class.
  Stiger wrote th
  
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• SEC Releases New 7 Day Swimming & Diving Conference Championship Format

  22-09-2026 22:00 via swimswam.com
  
  By Braden Keith on SwimSwam
  The SEC, which has long been at the forefront of stretching and reformatting its conference championship meet, with other conferences often following suit eventually, has released its 2027 championship format.
  The 2027 SEC Swimming & Diving Championships will be held February 14-20 at the Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center in Austin, Texas on the University of Texas campus.
  The new look schedule will stretch the meet from six days to seven. Rather than havin
  
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• 2026 Asian Games Day Three Medal Table: Ching Hwee Gan Nabs Another Silver For Singapore

  22-09-2026 21:52 via swimswam.com
  
  By Retta Race on SwimSwam
  2026 ASIAN GAMESSeptember 20th – September 25th (pool swimming)
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  RecapsPrelims: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3
  Finals: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3Day three of the 2026 Asian Games concluded with a total of five nations appearing in the overall swimming medal table.
  While the leading country of China is
  
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• Japan (With A 49 Fly Split) & Korea Knock Down Men’s Medley Relay National Records At Asian Games

  22-09-2026 21:38 via swimswam.com
  
  By Retta Race on SwimSwam
  2026 ASIAN GAMESSeptember 20th – September 25th (pool swimming)
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  RecapsPrelims: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3
  Finals: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3Day three of the 2026 Asian Games brought us another round of drama, with the men’s 4x100m medley relay being no exception.
  China wound up on top, but
  
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• Junior Nationals Qualifier Abi Paton to Compete for NC State Starting Fall 2027

  22-09-2026 21:10 via swimswam.com
  
  By Charlotte Wells on SwimSwam
  Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.
  Junior Nationals qualifier Abi Paton has announced her verbal commitment to swim for North Carolina State University beginning in the fall of 2
  
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• Peng Xuwei Crushes Asian Record (from 2010) in 200 Back, Jumps the Gap to Medal Contenders

  22-09-2026 19:19 via swimswam.com
  
  By Braden Keith on SwimSwam
  2026 ASIAN GAMESSeptember 20th – September 25th (pool swimming)
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  RecapsPrelims: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3
  Finals: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3Chinese backstroker Peng Xuwei roared past the Asian Record in the women’s 200 backstroke in Tuesday’s final, successfully defending her Asian Games
  
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• Yu Zidi Following her 200 Fly Gold at Asian Games: “It Was So-So”

  22-09-2026 19:17 via swimswam.com
  
  By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam
  Yu Zidi, arguably the fastest 13-year-old in history, has already made a huge splash at the 2026 Asian Games, winning the 200 fly in 2:05.08 and setting an Asian Record in the 200 IM with a 2:06.10, becoming the 2nd-fastest performer in the event.
  After her win in the 200 fly, Yu told the South China Morning Post that she thinks she can be even faster and feels her technique may still not be where it needs to be.
  “It was only so-so; I hope I can swim even
  
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• Yumeki Kojima Nails World Junior Record #2 At Asian Games: 4:07.02 400 IM

  22-09-2026 17:10 via swimswam.com
  
  By Retta Race on SwimSwam
  2026 ASIAN GAMESSeptember 20th – September 25th (pool swimming)
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  RecapsPrelims: Day 1 | Day 2
  Finals: Day 1 | Day 2Day three of the 2026 Asian Games brought us another thrilling IM race after Japanese teammates Tomoyuki Matsushita and Yumeki Kojima already sparred for the top two slots in the
  
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• Australian Olympic Swimmer Peter Tonkin Retires After 55 Years in the Sport

  22-09-2026 14:30 via swimswam.com
  
  By Charlotte Wells on SwimSwam
  Australian Olympic medalist-turned-swim coach Peter Tonkin has retired after 55 years in the sport, with Swimming Australia announcing the news on Thursday.
  Tonkin, 78, dedicated over half of his life to Australian swimming as both an athlete and a coach.View this post on InstagramBorn in 1948, Tonkin represented Australia at the 1964 Olympic Games in Tokyo at the age of 16, where he won a bronze medal as part of the men’s 4×100 medley relay in addition
  
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• 'I lost my love for swimming' - Smith on return to the pool

  22-09-2026 12:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  South Africa's most successful Olympian Tatjana Smith explains why she has reversed her decision to retire from competitive swimming.
  
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• 2026 Asian Games: Day 3 Finals Live Recap

  22-09-2026 12:00 via swimswam.com
  
  By Retta Race on SwimSwam
  2026 ASIAN GAMESSeptember 20th – September 25th (pool swimming)
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  RecapsPrelims: Day 1 | Day 2
  Finals: Day 1 | Day 2After a thrilling night of drama yesterday, we’re about to see another Asian Games finals session unfold from the Tokyo Aquatics Centre.
  Siobhan Haughey enters the evening as th
  
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