In My Father’s Lane: Adam Wilkie on chasing his father’s world record

Adam Wilkie was not a competitive swimmer. Until recently, his most strenuous daily activity was, by his own admission, a standing desk. Yet the 33-year-old has quit his job, is burning through his savings, and has committed to a full year of elite training, all in pursuit of a time set by his father 50 […]

Samorin’s swimming venue for EA Masters Championships offers Olympic Village experience

Signing up to take part in this summer’s European Aquatics Masters Championships will mean accessing a dedicated event offering an experience akin to being in an Olympic Village. The X-Bionic Sphere in Samorin, which will host swimming and open water swimming during the competition from August 18 to 30, is Slovakia’s Olympic training centre. As such […]