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Kristian Gkolomeev blazed past the competition with a 20.91-second finish, rewriting the record books in Milan. The victory marks the first Olympic-level performance under revised swimming regulations.
Swim school Puddle Ducks Dorset plans to expand into Hampshire but faces a 2026 pool rental gap after Hoburne Bashley withdraws from external bookings. Owner Jane Bozic urges pool operators to step forward, offering financial and operational support for new venues.
A lone swimmer off Dorset’s Jurassic Coast befriended a wild dolphin for a 20-minute swim, creating a moment of marine wonder. Experts confirm the encounter as rare but not unprecedented in local waters.
A proposal to build Winchester’s first saltwater outdoor pool is gaining traction as the River Park Leisure Centre deteriorates. Advocates argue the facility would revive the city’s aquatic offerings and draw swimmers back from neighboring towns.
Mark Whitmore, 49, stunned the swimming world by qualifying for the British Championships in the 200m freestyle with a season-best time of 1:55.42. His last appearance was in 1998, when he finished seventh at the same event.