Overview
- McCusker announced his move on Instagram, becoming the second Irish swimmer to sign up after Shane Ryan.
- Organizers say the roster now includes 11 swimmers, three weightlifters and three sprinters.
- The first staging is planned for May 2026 in Las Vegas at a purpose-built site featuring a four-lane 50m pool, a six-lane sprint track and a weightlifting stage.
- Each event will offer a $500,000 purse with $250,000 to the winner and $1 million bonuses for world records in the 100m sprint and 50m freestyle.
- Sport Ireland, Swim Ireland and the Olympic Federation of Ireland have condemned participation, warning of serious health risks from performance-enhancing drugs.