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9mo ago

Australian Swimmer Lani Pallister Withdraws from 1500m Freestyle at Paris Olympics Due to COVID-19

Pallister aims to recover for the 4x200m freestyle relay while concerns rise over COVID-19 cases among athletes.

Silver medallist Britain's Adam Peaty stands on the podium of the men's 100m breaststroke swimming event during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at the Paris La Defense Arena in Nanterre, west of Paris, on July 28, 2024.
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Overview

  • Lani Pallister, a medal contender, tested positive for COVID-19 and withdrew from the 1500m freestyle event.
  • She hopes to compete in the 4x200m freestyle relay and the 800m freestyle heats later in the week.
  • Pallister's positive test follows multiple COVID-19 cases within the Australian women's water polo team.
  • The Australian team is implementing preventive measures but is treating COVID-19 similarly to other illnesses.
  • Australia currently leads the swim meet with three gold medals after three days of finals.