In Yakutsk, one of the world’s coldest cities, winter swimmers plunged into 0-degree water despite air temperatures near -30 Celsius. Locals say the icy dips boost immunity, but the extreme conditions also highlight the harsh realities of life on permafrost in Russia’s far east. For these hardy swimmers, the plunge is both tradition and a stark reminder of the planet’s climate extremes. 


Russia: Subzero temp test body and climate resilience 

China’s teenage star Yu Zidi has rewritten the record books, breaking the Asian record in the women’s 200m individual medley and claiming gold at the National Games in Shenzhen. her performance has sparked excitement among swimming fans and highlights China’s emerging talent in competitive sports. the young swimmer continues to inspire aspiring athletes across Asia.


China's 13-Year-Old Yu Zidi Sets New Asian Mark in 200m Medley

On a Super Saturday for the embattled Americans, who have been struggling with illness in Singapore, Ledecky won her seventh career world gold in the event she has made her own.

Swimming: Ledecky beats McIntosh in classic 800m freestyle final at world championships

A group of swimmers took an icy plunge into Greenland’s old harbour in Nuuk, braving freezing waters with floating ice formations nearby. Despite the harsh conditions, participants, including foreign visitors and local workers, described it as an exhilarating experience.

Greenland: Bathers flock old harbour of Nuuk

Every day, locals and visitors take a refreshing plunge into the Bosphorus, experiencing the joy of swimming between two continents. This unique Istanbul tradition is more than just a sport—it’s a stress reliever and a natural antidepressant.

Istanbul’s unique tradition: Swimming across the Bosphorus for relaxation

Sports: The event, which promises to be bigger than last year, will feature five categories ranging from 250 metres to 6 km, attracting participants.

Over 200 swimmers gather for Den Den 2025 Sea Swimming Championship

In China, winter swimmers dive into freezing waters as part of an ancient practice believed to boost physical and mental health. Discover the growing trend and its impact on wellness.

China's winter swimmers brave icy waters for health benefits

Calling it an eventful Christmas, Ranveer Allahbadia shared that he and his girlfriend were swimming and everything was fine until they started drowning.

YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia shares near-death drowning experience in Goa

Vanya Maisuenpon, a five-year-old swimming sensation from Thailand, has taken the swimming world by storm with her incredible skills, making waves in international competitions at such a young age.

Vanya Maisuenpon: Thailand’s Five-Year-Old Swimming Prodigy

Vanya Maisuenpon, a five-year-old swimming sensation from Thailand, has taken the swimming world by storm with her incredible skills, making waves in international competitions at such a young age.



We're on the second last day of the Paris Olympics and the grandest sporting event of the year has delivered unparalleled athletic performances record-breaking moments and also some wild viral sensations. We've been keeping you updated on the sporting front but now in our next report we introduce you to the internet's latest Superstars.

From the Hitman to the Superman: Who are the internet's favourite Paris Olympic athletes?

The USA’s Bobby Finke smashed the world record as he defended his Olympic title in the men’s 1,500m freestyle, with Italy’s Gregorio Paltrinieri taking silver and Daniel Wiffen of Ireland claiming the bronze.

Paris Olympics 2024: Finke sets 1,500m freestyle world record

Swimming: USA’s Katie Ledecky and Caeleb Dressel enter elite company with record ninth gold each at Olympics

Swimming: Poster boy Leon Marchand imitates Phelps with record fourth gold at Paris Olympics 2024

Paris Olympics 2024: Slovakia's Tamara Potocka collapses near pool after Katie Ledecky wins 800m heat

Paris Olympics 2024: Swim hero Leon Marchand creates history with two gold medal wins on single day

Paris Olympics 2024: ‘French Michael Phelps’ Marchand wins gold in 400m individual medley in record time

Katie Ledecky sets up 400m showdown with champion Titmus after record run in Paris Olympics 2024

The battle lines have been drawn in swimming at Paris 2024. The scandal involving 23 Chinese swimmers who were cleared to compete in Tokyo despite failing dope tests continues to rumble on. China hits back and accuses doping testers at the Olympic games of being part of a 'European and American' plot to unsettle them. WION Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo gets you the details from Paris.

Paris Olympics: Doping cloud over swimming events

Paris Olympics 2024: Swimming veteran Caeleb Dressel has no confidence in result fairness after doping scandal

Meet 14-year-old Dhinidhi Desinghu, India’s youngest athlete at Paris Olympics 2024

Video: Lion brothers filmed swimming through crocodile-infested water to avoid humans

Tests reveal River Seine unfit for swimming one month from 2024 Paris Olympics

Paris Olympics 2024: Gretchen Walsh breaks 100m butterfly world record at U.S. swimming trials

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