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unusual facts about International Swimming Federation



High-technology swimwear fabric

More than 130 swimming world records have been broken from 2008 through 2009 by the use of these high-tech swimsuits, but as of the beginning of 2010, the International Swimming Federation (FINA) have unanimously voted to ban the use of these suits in official competition.

Tom Hoad Cup

The event is named for Tom Hoad, a former coach and long-time player for the Australia national water polo team and senior administrator in the international governing body (FINA).

World record progression 1500 metres freestyle

The first world record in the men's 1500 metres freestyle in a long course (50 metres) swimming pool was recognised by the International Swimming Federation (FINA) in 1908.

World record progression 50 metres freestyle

The first world record in the men's 50 metres freestyle in long course (50 metres) swimming was recognised by the International Swimming Federation (FINA) in 1976.

World record progression 800 metres freestyle

The first world record in the men's 800 metres freestyle in long course (50 metres) swimming was recognised by the International Swimming Federation (FINA) in 1908.


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