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The theories over the Olympic pool being shallow and slowing down swimmers, explained

Jul 28, 2024; Nanterre, France; Projections cover the pool ahead of the men’s 400-meter individual medley final during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Paris La Défense Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-USA TODAY Sports ORIG FILE ID: 20240728_MSG_usa_0797.JPG
Jul 28, 2024; Nanterre, France; Projections cover the pool ahead of the men’s 400-meter individual medley final during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Paris La Défense Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-USA TODAY Sports ORIG FILE ID: 20240728_MSG_usa_0797.JPG

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