World Aquatics Championships

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[JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] How Has the Host Nation Fared at the 2023 World Aquatics Championships?

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[ODDS and EVENS] Record-Breaking Feats Generate Excitement at the World Aquatics Championships

France's Leon Marchand and Australia's Mollie O'Callaghan break two of swimming's oldest records at the World Aquatics Championships in Fukuoka.

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/ 1 year ago

Katie Ledecky Ties Michael Phelps' Mark for Individual Swimming World Titles

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[ODDS and EVENS] Yukiko Inui Defends a Pair of Artistic Swimming Titles at World Championships

Unbeaten in 2023, Yukiko Inui displayed technical acumen during her gold medal-winning performances in the solo technical and solo freestyle events...

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