Olympic Swimming

Are you a fan of Michael Phelps? Do you hope Ryan Lochte can finally take over on the big stage? Do you love Hannah Miley, Stephanie Rice and Eamon Sullivan?

Or do you long for the days of Mark Spitz, Matt Biondi and Neil Cochran?

Either way, we've got you covered. Search around Suite101's Olympic Swimming section for news, results and training techniques. We've got in-depth analysis of the upcoming Olympic Games as well as history of past swimming events.

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Latest articles in Olympic Swimming

Lenny Krayzelburg, Swim Icon: On Olympics, Training, Challenges

Coming from a competitive and personal background that presented him with unusual early challenges, Lenny Krayzelburg was focused for his Olympic moments.

Mar 28, 2011 – Hal W. Peat

Fingers Apart or Together – Which is Best for Swim Propulsion?

What is the best finger spacing for getting maximum catch and propulsion in freestyle swimming (front crawl)?

Mar 5, 2011 – Melanie Ryding

Does a Swim Cap Make You Faster?

Does swimming with a cap help make you go faster, and why?

Mar 5, 2011 – Melanie Ryding

Ian Thorpe to Return for Olympics

Australian swimmer, Ian Thorpe is to return to the pool for the 2012 London Olympics

Feb 4, 2011 – Luke Winter

Improve the Butterfly Stroke in Swimming

Mastering the butterfly stroke is an achievement for most avid competitive swimmers.