posted by admin on May 21
International Swimming Federation or FINA has reportedly rejected about ten advanced men’s swimwear proposed for use in upcoming swimming competitions. Australian coach Alan Thompson said on Wednesday that this development would mean difficulty in upholding the new world records set by two swimmers from France.
The ruling body made the decision to reject the men’s swimwear on Tuesday. Included in the ban are swimwear made from polyurethane, the same material worn by French swimmers Alain Bernard and Fred Bousquet. The two swimmers set world records during a competition in Montpellier in France last month.
Bousquet and Bernard used an Arena “X-Glide” swimwear that propelled them to set 50 meters and 100 meters world records respectively. The previous record holder was Eamon Sullivan of Australia.
However, with the decision at hand, it’s highly possible that the new records will be voided as FINA recognized that the swimwear technology aided the players’ wins and not solely by athlete’s achievement.
The men’s swimwear can still be approved if necessary alterations will be made subject to the approval by FINA. In July, the Rome World Championships will take place and the swimsuits can be used if the stamp of approval has been made.
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