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Japanese swimmer collapses in Water Cube pool Posted Saturday, August 23, 2008 3:51 AM ET By The Associated Press
BEIJING (AP) - A member of Japan's synchronized swimming team had to be helped out of the pool during Saturday's final after she apparently fainted.
Synchro: just try to get a ticket Posted Friday, August 22, 2008 10:56 AM ET By the Associated Press
It's a sport that requires as much strength, stamina and skill as any in Beijing, but -- fair or not -- still draws snickers.
In duet, Anastasias know the score Posted Wednesday, August 20, 2008 1:30 AM ET By the Associated Press
BEIJING (AP) - The Russian synchronized swimming duo of Anastasia Davydova and Anastasia Ermakova has repeated as Olympic champions.
Spain's synchro swimsuits too "flashy" for Olympics Posted Tuesday, August 19, 2008 5:25 PM ET By NBCOlympics.com staff report After finishing second at the last world championships, Spanish synchronized swimmers Andrea Fuentes and Gemma Mengual had put the spotlight on themselves heading into the Olympics. Apparently a spotlight wasn't enough.
Synchronized, but not much movement at the top Posted Tuesday, August 19, 2008 3:51 AM ET By The Associated Press
BEIJING (AP) - The only time Anastasia Davydova and Anastasia Ermakova need to hold their breath is underwater. There's simply no suspense when it comes to their scores. The Russian synchronized swimmers are far superior to the rest of the world.
The Anastasias lead the way Posted Monday, August 18, 2008 3:40 AM ET By The Associated Press
BEIJING (AP) - The Russian synchronized swimming duo of Anastasia Davydova and Anastasia Ermakova returned to international competition Monday and didn't miss a beat.
Assessing the waters Posted Monday, July 14, 2008 6:31 AM ET
Perhaps it's no wonder Russia dominates synchronized swimming.
Synchro: What to watch Posted Monday, July 7, 2008 6:32 AM ET By Lee Ann Gschwind In synchronized swimming, there's typically about as much movement at the top of the world standings as there is in the competitors' expertly slicked-back hair (which is to say not very much). But fear not, only the routines are scripted, not the medal ceremonies.
Australia announces synchro team Posted Tuesday, May 13, 2008 9:06 AM ET By Brooke Eaton Australia announced its synchronized swim team in April, its first team to qualify for an offshore Olympic Games in the team event. As the first Australian team to compete at an Olympic Games abroad, it is comprised of mostly new talent.
Tsunami Saipan hosts synchronized swimming team Posted Friday, May 9, 2008 11:42 AM ET By GlobalAdmin GlobalAdmin Swimming Center Tsunami Saipan hosted the synchronized swimming team of Osaka YMCA Sports College earlier this month.
Great Britain announces its synchronized swim team Posted Friday, May 9, 2008 11:38 AM ET By Brooke Eaton Having qualified for the duet event at the 2008 Games, Great Britain announced its two synchronized swimmers last week. Olivia Allison and Jenna Randall will represent Great Britain in Beijing.

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Synchronized swimming

Originally called "water ballet," synchronized swimming made its first Olympic appearance at the 1984 Los Angeles Games. Seemingly effortless, synchronized swimmers must exhibit strength, endurance, flexibility and breath control, while keeping a smile on their faces.

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