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Today\u2019s announcement honours this commitment.\u201d <\/i><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/category\/world\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">More world news<\/a><\/p>\n<p><i>\u201cAthletes are the heartbeat of Aquatics. They all deserve the very best competitions and prize money that reflects their standing as the world\u2019s greatest athletes.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n<p>The FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) is set to be one of the most exciting sports events on the 2021 global sports calendar welcoming the world\u2019s best short course swimmers to the iconic Etihad Arena, which is situated on Yas Island in the stunning waterfront at Yas Bay. The action will not be limited to the swimming pool as fans and spectators can enjoy a host of family-friendly entertainment throughout the event schedule, including the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.<\/p>\n<p><i>\u2014 The above press release was posted by Swimming World in conjunction with FINA<\/i><i>. 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