World Swimming Championships

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Irish swimmers break national records at World Swimming Championships

Brendan Hyland has set a new Irish record, but narrowly missed out on Olympic qualification, at the World Swimming Championships in Gwangju today.

Tue, 23 Jul, 2019

Swimming: Thorpe wins gold again in Japan

Australian swimming sensation Ian Thorpe has claimed a record-equalling fifth gold medal at the World Champions in Japan.

Fri, 27 Jul, 2001

Swimming: Thorpe beaten in farcical finish

Australian Ian Thorpe’s golden run finally came to an end in the World Championships 100m freestyle final that looks set to spark more controversy in Japan today.

Fri, 27 Jul, 2001

Swimming: Thorpe's gold bid survives protest

Australian Ian Thorpe’s bid for seven world championship golds was still on track today despite more controversy surrounding the timing system being used in Japan.

Fri, 27 Jul, 2001