When it comes to government financial incentives to Olympic medalists, it looks like some swimmers are luckier than others. Wondering if Olympians make money? Here's the answer: How much money do Olympians make.
I think top swimmers like Michael Phelps make millions from commercial endorsements.
The battle of swimsuits in Beijing. Will Mizuno's new swimsuit catch up with the Speedo LZR? Maybe not this year. But if technology decides who wins Olympic medals, expect Japan to dominate future swimming events.
AFP Photo: Japanese swimmers, Kosuke Kitajima (L) and Aya Terakawa (R) show off Mizuno's new swimsuit.
Nick D' Arcy is not going to Beijing after he lost his appeal contesting his ejection from Australia's Olympic swim team. [Photo source]
Update: Not so fast. Maybe he still has a chance.
How do you kill a popular Olympic sport? Dress the athletes in fuggly suits that's how.
Michael Phelps loses half of his fanbase because of this fugly suit.
As a swimming fan, I do not like the new Speedo. Why? Because fans, I don't think its me only, want to see their swimming heroes almost naked. Not dressed like a shark.
If swimming loses its popularity, blame Speedo.
Yes I can't get enough of him. So here's another picture of Alex Despatie.
Alex Despatie is a good reason why I like to blog about swimming and diving. Sorry, I can't stop looking at it.
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