Ali Truwit's Paralympic Journey After Shark Attack

Former Division I swimmer Ali Truwit lost part of her leg in a shark attack just days after graduating from Yale. Despite the setback, she made an incredible comeback to win two silver medals at the Paralympic Games in Paris.

Paris 2024 Summer Olympics and the Modern Pentathlon

The Paris Olympics are underway with more than 10,000 athletes participating in various events, including the modern pentathlon. This unique sport combines fencing, swimming, show jumping, running, and shooting. The event has historical significance dating back to the ancient Greek games and has evolved over time to reflect modern warfare skills. Changes in the sport, such as replacing show jumping with an obstacle course race, are on the horizon post-2024 Olympics.

Katie Ledecky sharing her POTS diagnosis

Five-time gold medalist Missy Franklin spoke with Fox News Digital about Katie Ledecky sharing her POTS diagnosis, a condition causing dizziness and exhaustion. POTS is a disturbance in the autonomic nervous system, leading to symptoms like fatigue, exercise intolerance, and fainting.

Controversy Surrounding Paraguayan Swimmer Luana Alonso

Paraguayan swimming star Luana Alonso created controversy by getting an Olympic rings tattoo near her bikini line and then retiring from the sport at the age of 20 after failing to qualify for a medal. She left the Olympic Village amid allegations of creating an inappropriate atmosphere.

Bobby Finke's Gold Medal Win at the Paris Olympics

Bobby Finke of the USA wins gold in the 1,500-meter freestyle final at the Paris Olympics, breaking a world record set in 2012. He describes the race as grueling but is proud of his achievement.

Katie Ledecky's Success at the Paris 2024 Olympics

Katie Ledecky wins second gold medal at Paris Olympics, becoming the most decorated U.S. woman Olympian in history. She dominated the 800m freestyle final, holding off Australian swimmer Ariarne Titmus to secure the victory.

Paris 2024 Olympics Swimming Events

The Paris Olympics are underway with swimming events generating excitement, but few world records have been broken. The shallow pool depth at the La Défense Arena is speculated to be a contributing factor. Despite this, athletes have praised the pool conditions and the competition remains fierce.

Controversy Surrounding Pan Zhanle's World Record in Men's 100m Freestyle

Australian swimming coach criticizes Chinese swimmer Pan Zhanle's world record performance as 'not humanly possible' due to ongoing suspicions of doping in the Chinese team.

Katie Ledecky's Success at the 2024 Summer Games

Katie Ledecky wins 13th Olympic medal, becoming the only woman to reach that mark and ties the record for most Olympic medals with 13.

Olympic Success of Léon Marchand

Léon Marchand, a 22-year-old Olympic debutant from France, has won three gold medals in swimming at the Paris Games and is going for his fourth. His performance has caught the attention of swimming legend Michael Phelps.

Katie Ledecky's Olympic Success

Katie Ledecky ties Jenny Thompson for most Olympic gold medals in women's swimming history after winning 1,500-meter event with an Olympic record time. She now has 12 Olympic medals, aiming for 9th gold in upcoming 800-meter freestyle event.

United States Swimmer Torri Huske Wins Silver at Paris Olympics

United States swimmer Torri Huske wins silver in the women's 100-meter freestyle final at the Paris Olympics, adding to her previous gold and silver medals in the same games.

Men's 200-meter backstroke drama at Paris La Defense Arena

Drama surrounds men's 200-meter backstroke at Paris La Defense Arena with one swimmer disqualified and another missing from the event. Great Britain's Luke Greenbank disqualified for going underwater beyond the 15-meter mark. Chinese swimmer Xu Jiayu misses his 200-meter semifinal swim.

American Swimmers at the 2024 Summer Olympics

American swimmers are facing tough competition at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, with athletes from other countries outperforming them in various events. This shift in dominance is attributed to the retirement of Michael Phelps, increased international information sharing, and the growing talent pool of swimmers worldwide.

The Importance of Protecting Your Eyes While Swimming

Experts warn that prolonged exposure to water while swimming could put your vision at risk due to chlorine irritation, bacteria, and other potential eye problems.

Paris Mayor Swimming in River Seine

The mayor of Paris swam in the River Seine to show it's clean for swimming during the Paris Olympics.

Swimmability of the Seine River in Paris

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo swims in the Seine River to demonstrate that it is clean enough to host outdoor swimming events at the Paris Olympics. The clean-up project began in the 1990s and was finally completed, with over $1 billion of investment. Despite water quality testing, some Parisians remain skeptical about the river's cleanliness.

Swimming in the Seine River for the 2024 Olympics

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo fulfilled a promise to show the Seine River is clean enough for open swimming competitions during the 2024 Olympics by swimming in it, along with other officials and swimmers, to showcase the improved cleanliness ahead of the Games.

Safety of River Seine for Swimming During Summer Games

Mayor of Paris assures Olympians that the River Seine will be safe for swimming during the upcoming Summer Games, despite pollution concerns. Open water swimming events are scheduled to take place in the river. The mayor plans to take a dip in the Seine before the athletes.

2024 Summer Games and Michael Phelps

Five-time gold medalist Missy Franklin discusses expectations for Katie Ledecky at the 2024 Summer Games with Fox News. Michael Phelps reacts to Australian swimmer's comments about Team USA ahead of the Paris Olympics.

Léon Marchand's Journey to Olympic Success

Former Arizona State University swimming coach Bob Bowman discovers French swimmer Léon Marchand through an email and coaches him to success, leading him to become a potential breakout star at the Paris Olympics.

Regan Smith Breaks World Record in Women's 100-Meter Backstroke at U.S. Olympic Trials

Regan Smith broke the world record in the women's 100-meter backstroke at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials, securing her spot in the Summer Games. She is a three-time Olympic medalist and will be heading to her second Games next month.

China's Doping Scandal and Paris 2024 Olympics

China is sending 11 swimmers embroiled in a doping scandal to the Paris 2024 Olympics after being cleared by WADA of wrongdoing, sparking international outrage and accusations of double standards.

Summer McIntosh's Rise in the Swimming World

17-year-old Canadian swimmer Summer McIntosh is making waves in the swimming world by defeating American swimming icon Katie Ledecky and breaking world records, positioning herself as one of the best female swimmers globally.

Actress Daisy Ridley's Role in 'Young Woman and the Sea'

Actress Daisy Ridley had to wear heavy vintage swimming costumes for her new film 'Young Woman and the Sea,' based on the true story of Gertrude 'Trudy' Ederle, the first woman to swim across the English Channel in 1926. Ridley trained for the role and also served as an executive producer on the film.

Katie Ledecky's Achievements and Future Plans

Katie Ledecky, the most decorated female swimmer of all time with 10 Olympic and 26 world championship medals, is set to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom. She discusses her excitement for the Paris Olympics, potential participation in the 2028 games, and her dedication to swimming. Ledecky shares insights on resilience and her plans to continue swimming for joy even after her competitive career ends.

University of Wyoming Swimming and Diving Team Tragedy

Three members of the University of Wyoming swimming and diving team were killed in a car crash in Colorado. The victims were identified as Charlie Clark, Carson Muir, and Luke Slabber. Two other team members were injured in the crash.