Why are Swimsuits Banned

What year did Michael Phelps win eight Olympic gold medals?

• 2004

• 2008

• 2012

• 2016

How many world records were broken by swimmers wearing technical racing suits in 2008?

• 24

• 43

• 23

• 98

What material was the Speedo LZR Racer made of?

• Spandex

• Polyurethane

• Polyester

• Nylon

What was the drag reduction percentage of the LZR Racer compared to today's tech suits?

• 3.2%

• 5.5%

• 24%

• 6.2%

What did Fina ban after the controversy over super suits?

• Polyurethane suits

• All swimsuits

• Goggles

• Swim caps

How much faster could swimmers perform in a tech suit according to the Journal of the American College of Sports Medicine?

• 2.5%

• 1.8%

• 3.2%

• 4.0%

What is the maximum coverage allowed for men's tech suits under the new regulations?

• Kneecap to navel

• Hips to knees

• Ankles to shoulders

• Waist to ankles

Which swimmer partnered with Speedo to try and break 20 seconds in the short course 50 meter freestyle?

• Michael Phelps

• Paul Biedermann

• Cesar Cielo

• Caleb Dressel

What feature does the Arena Carbon Air 2 tech suit boast?

• Carbon fiber construction

• Ultra buoyancy

• Built-in goggles

• Automatic adjustment

What was the primary reason for the ban of super suits?

• Lack of availability

• Durability issues

• Unfair advantage

• High cost