Olympics Ban Full-Body Swimsuits to Ensure Fair Competition
Controversial high-tech suits, first used in 2008, are prohibited at the 2024 Paris Games due to performance-enhancing advantages.
- Full-body swimsuits increased buoyancy and reduced drag, leading to numerous world records.
- The suits were banned in 2010 after dominating the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
- New regulations mandate textile-only suits, limiting coverage for both men and women.
- The ban aims to prevent unfair advantages and maintain the integrity of the sport.
- NASA collaborated with Speedo to develop the high-tech LZR suit used in 2008.