Swimswam had an interesting article about new events FINA has requested be added to the schedule for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. The additions would be as follows:
Men’s 800m Freestyle
Women’s 1500m Freestyle
Mixed 400 Medley Relay
Mixed 400 Freestyle Relay
50s in each stroke for both men and women
Admittedly it seems very ambitious and it's highly unlikely FINA will get everything it wants, but it's still worthy of discussion. What are everone's thoughts on this proposed schedule?
I love the idea of mixed relays! With different teams haveing their swimmers in a different order, the lead changes would be dramatic and make for very exciting viewing for the average Olympics TV viewer.
Yes on splash and dash for all strokes as these races would be quick and exciting!
I like swapping the women's 800 for the 1500.
I love the idea of mixed relays! With different teams haveing their swimmers in a different order, the lead changes would be dramatic and make for very exciting viewing for the average Olympics TV viewer.
Yes on splash and dash for all strokes as these races would be quick and exciting!
I like swapping the women's 800 for the 1500.
