Why Are Some Swim Suits Banned?

What year did the Beijing Olympic Games take place, witnessing some of the fastest swimming in the world?

• 2012

• 2010

• 2008

• 2006

How many Olympic gold medals did Michael Phelps win at the Beijing Olympics?

• 9

• 8

• 7

• 6

What was the primary reason for the ban of technical racing suits in swimming?

• They were too expensive

• They provided an unfair advantage

• They caused injuries

• They were uncomfortable

How many world records were broken by swimmers wearing the 'super suits'?

• 20

• 23

• 43

• 50

What material was the Speedo LZR Racer made of that helped with buoyancy?

• Spandex

• Polyester

• Polyurethane

• Nylon

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

• 24%

• 18%

• 12%

• 6.2%

What was the percentage of medal winners at the 2008 Olympics who wore the LZR Racer?

• 75%

• 100%

• 98%

• 85%

What did Michael Phelps threaten to do if the super suits were not banned?

• Never swim again

• Retire from swimming

• Boycott international competitions

• Switch to another sport

What new regulations did FINA introduce regarding tech suits?

• Suits must cover the entire body

• Suits must have a zipper

• Material must be water permeable

• Suits must be a specific color

What was the reaction of the swimming community to the ban of super suits?

• Mixed feelings

• Widespread disappointment

• General applause

• Indifference