The Morning Swim Show: Ryk Neethling Talks About Preparation For, Analyzes Competition at His Fourth Olympic Trip; Tips on Perfect Relay Starts

PHOENIX, Arizona, July 22. TUESDAY'S edition of The Morning Swim Show recaps the weekend news from in and out of the pool and talks to four-time Olympian Ryk Neethling.

The news segment features reports about Grant Hackett's world record in the 800 short course meters freestyle, fast swimming at the Mount Hood sectionals in the USA and legal action in swimming and diving.

Host Peter Busch talks to South African Olympian Ryk Neethling, who will be attending his fourth Olympic Games. Neethling talks about the swims he saw at the US Olympic Trials and what that means for the South Africans' chances to repeat as gold medalists in the 400 free relay. He also talks about any plans to retire after Beijing and why he's not ready to give up the sport just yet.

In Tips and Technique, we hear from world champion Bill Pilczuk, who gives tips on perfecting the relay start, which will be a crucial element in winning a medal in the relay races in Beijing.

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