Swimming

Double gold medallist Eleanor Simmonds became the first person to achieve a world record in the Olympic Aquatics Centre. She speaks to Ashley Newman about breaking records and perceptions. Read full article

Rebecca Adlington

The then 19-year-old ‘Miss Nobody’ won two gold medals at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing to become the most successful British swimmer in 100 years. Ashley Newman caught up with her to talk about training and London 2012. Read full article

In the gym with Mark Foster

By the age of 11, Mark Foster was the fastest swimmer in the world for his age. Now a retired Olympian, he gives us an insight into the conditioning of elite swimmers as they approach the 2012 Games. Read full article

Olympic watch: Keri-Anne Payne

With little over two months to go, Olympic silver medallist and open water specialist Keri-Anne Payne talks about what it felt like to be the first athlete to qualify for the London 2012 Olympic Games. Read full article

Becoming a mentor

Leon Taylor, Olympic silver medallist and BBC diving commentator, is now best known for his role as mentor to star diver Tom Daley. Here he shares his experiences of competing and coaching in top-level sport. Read full article

Synchronised swimming

Always enjoyed watching synchronised swimming? Read our guide to find out more about this fascinating sport. Read full article

Olympic watch: Jo Jackson

Since gracing the podium with Rebecca Adlington in Beijing 2008, life has been somewhat different for Olympic bronze medallist Jo Jackson. Now a big name on the international swim circuit, she is gunning for a repeat performance in 2012. Read full article

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