Why Ban Full-Body Olympics Swimsuits? A Scientist Explains Polyurethane

Michael Phelps will open Olympic competitions Saturday. John D. Barrow explains how a slick suit used to give swimmers an unfair edge.

While the suits are no longer super, swimming attire still has a big impact at the pool

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I heard javelins were redesigned because athletes were throwing them too far. Are there other sports where equipment was changed to make them harder? - Quora

History of competitive swimwear - Wikipedia

Competitive swimwear - Wikipedia

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James Goddard to take on Michael Phelps wearing controversial polyurethane bodysuit