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Summer McIntosh v Katie Ledecky: a generational duel set to define the world championships

Summer McIntosh and Katie Ledecky will collide in a blockbuster 800m freestyle final that headlines a world swimming championships packed with intrigue, rising stars and record threats

The Guardian - US · Jul 26, 2025

How Bobby Finke Salvaged a Disappointing Olympics for U.S. Men’s Swimming

With Team USA staring down its first Olympic shutout in 120 years, the mild-mannered Florida grad deployed a bold strategy to claim the top spot on the podium.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 13, 2024

Irish swimmer Daniel Wiffen ‘rushed to hospital’ after pulling out of flagbearer role at closing ceremony

Wiffen won 800m freestyle gold in the pool before competing in the open water swim in the River Seine

The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2024

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Daniel Wiffen Makes History With Olympic Swimming Gold

Discover the inspiring journey of Irish swimmer Daniel Wiffen from the pool to Olympic gold and potential TV return.

Daniel Wiffen claims 1500 metres bronze and a slice of Ireland history

Wiffen, who won 800 metres gold earlier in the Games, becomes the first Irish male to win multiple medals at the same Games.

The Independent UK · Aug 4, 2024

Bobby Finke Wins Third Gold, Sets World Record In 1500M

Bobby Finke wins gold and breaks world record in men's 1500m final, with Paltrinieri taking silver and Wiffen bronze.

Bobby Finke Leads Men's 1500M Freestyle Final In Tokyo

Bobby Finke leads the men's 1500m freestyle final at Tokyo Olympics, facing strong competition from Wiffen and Paltrinieri.

Sports quiz of the week: glory, golds, records and regrets at the Olympics

Have you been watching the tennis, triathlon, football, swimming, cricket, table tennis, F1, fencing and shooting?

The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2024

OPINION - I'm worried my kids are falling into a screen time doom-loop... and am I to blame?

It’s summer holiday time for the children, which can mean only one thing: six weeks of rows about screen time. Aaaand in the red corner, we have children with their iPads and iPhones, clinging with all their might to the captivating drama of Roblox or Minecraft or YouTube or whatever…

Evening Standard · Aug 1, 2024

Ireland basks in glory of Olympic swimming success

Daniel Wiffen won gold in 800m freestyle 24 hours after Mona McSharry’s bronze in 100m breaststroke

The Guardian - UK · Jul 31, 2024

Biles Inspires USA To Olympic Gold As Irish Swimmer Makes History

Simone Biles won the fifth Olympic gold of her legendary career as she led the United States to an emphatic victory in the women's gymnastics team final on Tuesday, as Daniel Wiffen made Irish history in swimming.

International Business Times · Jul 31, 2024

Simone Biles inspires US women's team to Olympic gold, Irish swimmer Daniel Wiffen makes history

Simone Biles, the legendary American gymnast, clinched her fifth Olympic gold medal as she spearheaded the United States to a resounding triumph in the women's gymnastics team final on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Daniel Wiffen made history for Ireland in the swimming competition.

The Times of India · Jul 31, 2024

Tearful Wiffen Makes Irish History With Olympic Gold

Daniel Wiffen made history Tuesday as the first Irishman to win an Olympic swimming gold medal, shedding tears as the enormity of the achievement sunk in.

International Business Times · Jul 31, 2024

Team GB retain men’s 4x200m freestyle relay gold in style to end pool drought

Team GB’s quartet defended their 4x200m Tokyo title while Daniel Wiffen won a historic gold for Ireland in 800m freestyle

The Guardian - UK · Jul 30, 2024

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Evening Standard · Jul 30, 2024

Olympics 2024: Team GB claim fourth gold as men's 4x200m freestylers retain relay title

James Guy, Tom Dean, Matthew Richards and Duncan Scott make history with Britain’s fourth gold of Paris Games

The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2024

Daniel Wiffen claims stunning gold medal win for Ireland in men’s 800m freestyle

Wiffen became Ireland’s first male medallist in the pool.

Daniel Wiffen Makes History With First Irish Olympic Swimming Gold

Irish swimmer Daniel Wiffen makes history with Ireland's first Olympic swimming gold in the 800m freestyle event.

International Business Times · Jul 30, 2024

Biles Chases First Paris Olympic Gold, Fingers Crossed Over Seine

America's Biles appears to be back at the peak of her powers as she leads the United States on what has been billed as a redemption mission in the women's team final.

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Ahmed Hafnaoui Likely To Miss Paris Olympics Due To Injury

Ahmed Hafnaoui, the Olympic champion from Tunisia, will miss the Paris Olympics, paving the way for other swimmers to shine in the freestyle events.

First-time Winners and Historic Victories at World Aquatics Championships

Exciting firsts at the World Aquatics Championships as Siobhán Haughey, Tomoru Honda, and others secure their first long-course world titles in Doha.

AAP · Dec 11, 2023

Grant Hackett's 2008 short-course world record broken

Irish swimmer Daniel Wiffen has set a short course world record in the 800-metre freestyle, beating Grant Hackett's previous mark by almost three seconds.

Belfast Live · May 18, 2023

Daniel Wiffen on a twin track to Olympic glory at Paris 2024

County Down swimmer seen as a real medal prospect for next summer

Irish Mirror · Dec 15, 2022

Irish swimmer Daniel Wiffen smashes 800m European freestyle record

The Commonwealth Games silver medalist came home in a time of 7:25.96 to smash the previous record by nearly two seconds.

The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2022

Ten Commonwealth Games stars set to shine at Paris 2024 Olympics

Will the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham be Britain’s springboard to glory in two years’ time?

Belfast Live · Aug 4, 2022

Commonwealth Games 2022: Bethany Firth on the key behind overcoming the 'pressure' to complete full set of major golds

Firth, 26, was in full control as she stormed to the women’s S14 200m freestyle title to add Commonwealth glory to her Paralympic, world and European golds

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