By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
Earlier today, World Aquatics announced the addition of the stroke 50s for the 2028 LA Olympics. This means that the 50 back, 50 breast, and 50 fly will join the Olympic program.
Some athletes have taken to social media displaying their excitement about the decision. Great Britain’s Adam Peaty confirmed he will look to attend the LA Games.
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Sarah Sjostrom (Sweden): “All 50s are finally being added to the Olympic program! Best news ever for the swimming world. ”
Kyle Chalmers of Australia commented on Sjostrom’s post: “ Epic”
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Michael Andrew (USA): “Today marks the greatest day of my sporting career! 50s of stroke will be added to the 2028 LA Olympic Games! This is a day I thought would never come in my career, and I’m very fortunate to be able to compete in this incredible era of swimming! The growth these additions will bring to the sport of swimming will be huge! Let’s go”
Shaine Casas (USA) replied in a comment: “Swimming until we’re 50”
Olivia Smoliga (USA): “omggg!”
Adam Peaty (Great Britain): “Huge huge huge news, I’ll be there.”
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