Olympic Swimmers Admit to Peeing in Pools

Top athletes reveal the practical reasons behind this common practice at major competitions.

Lilly King and Zach Harting among those who confessed to peeing in every pool they swim in.
Tight racing suits and high hydration levels contribute to the necessity of peeing in the pool.
Swimmers follow an unofficial code to avoid peeing when others are nearby.
Chlorine in the water makes the practice largely unnoticeable.
The 2024 Paris Olympics brings renewed attention to this little-known aspect of competitive swimming.