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'I don't believe in comebacks': Magnussen edges closer to career call

'I don't believe in comebacks': Magnussen edges closer to career call

The clock is ticking for James Magnussen, with the decorated freestyler nearing a decision on whether to retire or press ahead to Tokyo 2020.

  • by Phil Lutton

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Cate, Bronte Campbell follow coach Simon Cusack in move to Sydney
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Cate, Bronte Campbell follow coach Simon Cusack in move to Sydney

The sprint stars will complete their Tokyo preparations in the harbour city after deciding to follow their coach.

  • by Phil Lutton
Recharged: How the particles are aligning for sprint ace Cam McEvoy
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Recharged: How the particles are aligning for sprint ace Cam McEvoy

Cameron McEvoy is one of the fastest swimmers in history. But after a Rio Olympics that went off course, the would-be astronaut has once again taken up his pursuit of the perfect race.

  • by Phil Lutton
Lest we forget: Swimmer killed in battle embodied true Olympic spirit
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Lest we forget: Swimmer killed in battle embodied true Olympic spirit

The monumental story of the Cecil Healy, the first Australian Olympic gold medallist to die in combat, must never be forgotten.

  • by Darren Kane
'I couldn't believe it!': Liu sets new backstroke world record

'I couldn't believe it!': Liu sets new backstroke world record

China's Liu Xiang has surprised even herself after swimming a world record time to win the women's 50 metres backstroke at the Asian Games.

  • by Nick Mulvenney
New swim system may be key to Dolphins' bid to topple US
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New swim system may be key to Dolphins' bid to topple US

Australian head coach Jacco Verhaeren is excited by the potential of technology to be unveiled in two weeks' time that will fine-tune skills ahead of Tokyo 2020.

  • by Laine Clark
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'We've woken the giant': Titmus ready to ramp up rivalry with Ledecky
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'We've woken the giant': Titmus ready to ramp up rivalry with Ledecky

Finishing in the same time zone as Katie Ledecky has put the 17-year-old Australian freestyle star on the map. Now the fun really begins.

  • by Phil Lutton
High five for resurgent Cate Campbell as Australia finish on a high
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High five for resurgent Cate Campbell as Australia finish on a high

Campbell took home two more gold on the final night of Pan Pacs in Tokyo, with Australia's women sweeping the relays and Kyle Chalmers almost pulling off a miracle.

  • by Phil Lutton
Cautious confidence from Dolphins coach after bold Pan Pacs showing
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Cautious confidence from Dolphins coach after bold Pan Pacs showing

Cate Campbell said it was refreshing to take a few points off Team USA but Jacco Verhaeren insists much work remains ahead of Tokyo 2020.

  • by Phil Lutton
Five is alive for Cate Campbell as she continues Pan Pacs spree
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Five is alive for Cate Campbell as she continues Pan Pacs spree

The sprint star anchored the gold-medal winning relay while Jack Cartwright upset teammate Mack Horton in the 400m freestyle in Tokyo.

  • by Phil Lutton
Ledecky says Australian teen Titmus will push her to greater heights
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Ledecky says Australian teen Titmus will push her to greater heights

The American star has welcomed the challenge of Ariarne Titmus, with the stage now set for a brilliant battle at Tokyo 2020 after their 400m Pan Pacs final.

  • by Phil Lutton