Australia Sends Slimmed-Down Team to Qatar World Championships

Key swimmers opt out to prepare for Paris Olympics, while others aim to defend or reclaim titles.

Swimming Australia has named a slimmed down team of 24 to compete at February's world championships in Qatar.
Big names including Kyle Chalmers, Sam Short, Ariarne Titmus, Mollie O'Callaghan and Emma McKeon have opted out of the championships to prepare for the Paris Olympics.
Sprinter Cameron McEvoy will defend his 50m freestyle title, while Elijah Winnington will attempt to win back the 400m freestyle title.
Shayna Jack, who has been part of four world record-breaking relay teams, headlines the women's team.
Open water swimmer Chelsea Gubecka, who has already qualified for the Olympics, will compete in her seventh world championships, setting an Australian record.