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British Paralympic swimmer Poppy Maskill just crushed her own world record in the women's S14 100-meter butterfly, finishing more than two seconds ahead of her competition. The 1:01.52 time marks her fourth world record in two years and shows para-athletes continuing to redefine what's possible in the pool.
Australian Paralympic champion Benny Hance just set two world records at the Australian Open Championships, proving that dedication and joy can fuel extraordinary achievement. The 25-year-old swimmer opened and closed the meet with record-breaking performances that left crowds cheering.
Australian Paralympic champion Benny Hance just smashed two world records at the Australian Open Championships, proving that dedication and joy create unstoppable momentum. The 25-year-old swimmer is rewriting the record books for intellectually impaired athletes.
Nearly 400 elite Paralympic athletes are competing in Italy's Lignano Sabbiadoro through March 15, including four-time Paralympic champion Carlotta Gilli racing on home soil. The World Series event showcases rising stars and established champions as they prepare for the year's major competitions.
Two-time Paralympic champion Jessica-Jane Applegate credits her canine companions as secret weapons in her swimming success. Now she's bringing that same bond to 18,000 dogs at Crufts 2026 as the show's newest ambassador.
Two Canadian Paralympic swimmers are raising the bar after dominating at the 2025 world championships in Singapore. Their performances earned them Swimming Canada's top honors and signal an exciting future for the program.
Danielle Dorris just made history as one of only three Canadians to win the same event at three consecutive World Para Swimming Championships. The Moncton athlete also earned Swimming Canada's Paralympic Female Swimmer of the Year award for her incredible performance.
Canadian Paralympic champion Danielle Dorris just made history by winning the same event at three consecutive World Para Swimming Championships. The 23-year-old from Moncton dominated in Singapore with three medals and her latest Swimmer of the Year award.