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CBC
13 hours ago
- Sport
- CBC
Canada wins relay bronze, Summer McIntosh wins 200 fly semi & Leon Marchand sets WR
On day 4 of the world swimming trials Canada's 4x100 medley mixed relay squad charged to a bronze medal giving Kylie Masse her 10th world long course medal. Frenchman Leon Marchand set a new world record in the men's 200 fly semi and we tell you what to look forward to on day 5 of swimming worlds.
Arab Times
a day ago
- Sport
- Arab Times
Al-Musallam announces the launch of the Athlete Retirement Compensation Program
SINGAPORE, July 29: The International Aquatics Federation (FINA) has announced significant additions to the aquatics program for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. The 50-meter events in breaststroke, butterfly, and backstroke have been added to the Olympic schedule. Additionally, the women's water polo tournament will be expanded to include 12 teams—matching the number of men's teams for the first time in Olympic history. The announcement was made during the FINA Congress in Singapore, held on the sidelines of the World Championships. The session was attended by prominent figures, including IOC President Christie Coventry, IOC Honorary President Dr. Thomas Bach, and FINA President Husain Al-Musallam. Al-Musallam also revealed that the federation's scholarship program has been expanded to support 111 athletes, up from 87 in 2021. For the first time, the program now includes water polo players, offering them access to training and educational opportunities. To further support athlete development, the number of FINA training centers has grown from four to six, with new facilities established in Thailand, the United States, France, Canada, Australia, and Hungary. A seventh center is slated to open soon in Bahrain, which will host more than 50 swimmers and divers and provide academic support. Highlighting the progress of the "Pools for All" initiative, Al-Musallam pointed to the success of the world's highest-altitude pool built in Bhutan last year. He confirmed that the next pools under the program will be inaugurated in the Maldives before year-end and in Granada thereafter. The federation has also made significant strides in coach and official development. Since 2021, the number of certified coaches has grown from 15 to 346, while certified technical referees have risen from 132 to 873 across 77 countries. Al-Musallam noted that financial support for national federations under the IAAF Support Program has increased by 25% over the past four years, benefiting a record 193 federations. Furthermore, 42% of the IAAF's total expenditure has been dedicated to development programs—ranking highest among all international federations. In a landmark move, Al-Musallam announced the launch of an Athlete Retirement Compensation Program, with an initial investment of $10 million. He called it a pioneering step among international federations, driven by the recommendations of a dedicated working group. Further details are expected to be shared in due course. Additionally, the IAAF has increased the prize money pool for athletes, distributing more than $12 million last year, and has adopted a gender equity policy to protect and support female athletes—setting a benchmark for other sports bodies. Despite challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Al-Musallam stressed that the federation maintained its high standards, successfully organizing nine major events in the past four years.
CBC
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBC
2025 World Aquatics Championships: Swimming Evening sessions + Closing Ceremony Final
2025 World Aquatics Championships: Swimming Evening sessions + Closing Ceremony Final Live in 6 days
Arab Times
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Record 206 countries participating in World Championships: Al-Musallam
SINGAPORE, July 10: President of the International Aquatics Federation (FINA), Husain Al-Musallam, emphasized the vital role swimming plays in society and development, as the 22nd World Aquatics Championships prepare to launch in Singapore. Expressing his enthusiasm for the event, Al-Musallam noted that this marks the first time the World Championships are being held in Southeast Asia. A record-breaking 206 countries are participating, represented by 2,500 elite athletes. "In addition, we have 7,700 athletes competing in the Masters Aquatics Championships, bringing the total number of participating athletes to 10,200," he said. He extended his gratitude to the government of Singapore and the organizing committee for their swift and dedicated work in hosting the event after its relocation from Russia. 'We're excited to witness the world's best athletes in action over the next three weeks,' Al-Musallam added. 'Our sincere thanks go to the volunteers and sponsors whose support makes this possible.' Reflecting on recent competitions, Al-Musallam praised the commitment of coaches, national federations, referees, and athletes. 'Their hard work was evident at the Tokyo 2021 Olympics, followed by the FINA World Championships in Budapest (2022), Fukuoka (2023), and two major championships in 2024 – in Doha earlier this year and the Paris Olympic Games.'
Sydney Morning Herald
05-06-2025
- Politics
- Sydney Morning Herald
‘Bullying tactics': Enhanced Games will pay legal fees of clean athletes who compete
The president of the Enhanced Games has launched an extraordinary attack on World Aquatics, accusing the global swimming body of protecting a 'monopoly' and resorting to 'bullying tactics' after it moved to ban athletes, coaches and officials linked to the controversial breakaway event. Earlier this week, World Aquatics passed a bylaw that renders anyone who supports or participates in competitions that embrace doping ineligible from all official roles in swimming or competing in major events, such as the world championships and Olympics. The measure was brought in with immediate effect in an attempt to nullify the Enhanced Games - a controversial event that allows the use of performance-enhancing substances. Enhanced Games president Dr Aron D'Souza has hit back, vowing to fund legal action for any clean athlete who wants to compete at the Enhanced Games and fight their ban, enforced by World Aquatics, in court. 'We will support any natural or enhanced athlete denied the option to make this choice - both by providing them with an opportunity to compete and win - or by providing legal support against World Aquatics in the case of any challenge,' D'Souza said. 'This ban isn't about protecting athletes. It's about protecting a monopoly. World Aquatics hasn't paid its athletes for decades. Now, faced with real competition and real momentum, they've fallen back on threats and bullying tactics. 'Excellence should always be rewarded, and these exceptional athletes deserve exceptional compensation. We'll continue to fight for all athletes to ensure they receive it.' In a separate statement, the Enhanced Games said: 'This isn't the first time World Aquatics (formerly FINA) has tried to block progress. ... At the [Paris] Olympics, even World Athletics offered prize money. World Aquatics and its President, Husain al Musallam, did not.'
