BERLIN, Germany, January 20. THE European leg of the World Cup Series got off to a strong start in Stockholm earlier this week, but if the past is any indication, the swimming is expected to get hotter. Tomorrow and Sunday, the circuit shifts gears to Berlin, widely recognized as the fastest stop on the tour.
While South Africa's Ryk Neethling and several British athletes will continue their preparation for the Commonwealth Games in March, the American contingent will look to carry forth its success from Stockholm. In Sweden, Tara Kirk rolled to wins in the 50 and 100 breaststroke events while Peter Marshall doubled in the 50 and 100 backstrokes.
Following the Berlin stop, the European aspect of the World Cup will shift to Moscow. Then, in early February, the Cup will move to New York for two days of racing. Brendan Hansen, the world-record holder in the 100 and 200 breaststrokes, is expected to compete when the series comes to the United States.