Phelps swimsuit in ban discussion – news bulletin

By Berni | March 1, 2012

Phelps swimsuit in ban discussion

Mar 12 – Swimming’s governing body FINA is meeting in Dubai to discuss new restrictions on high-tech swimsuits such as those used by U.S. star Michael Phelps.

A new generation of swimsuits has set over one hundred world records in 2008. Critics say use of the suits is equivalent to ‘technical doping’.

Andrew Potter reports.

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Phelps swimsuit in ban discussion

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  1. The swimsuit is revolutionary.
  2. The suit contains laser materials.
  3. Wearing the suit will ensure that swimmers win their races.
  4. The suit helped to set precisely 100 records in 2008.
  5. Wearing the suit gives athletes an unfair advantage.
  6. Scientific tests have been carried out on the suit.
  7. NASA developed the suit.
  8. Michael Phelps is against wearing the suit.
  9. The suit helps swimmers by reducing drag and increasing vibration.
  10. The FINA meeting could end with a ban on the swimsuit.
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