Hold onto your swim caps, because the 2026 Pro Swim Series in Austin just delivered some jaw-dropping moments that you won’t want to miss! Grousset’s record-breaking 22.80 in the 50-meter butterfly stole the show, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg. From January 14-17, 2026, the Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center in Austin, Texas, became the epicenter of swimming excellence, hosting a long course meters (LCM) event that left fans on the edge of their seats. But here’s where it gets controversial: while NBC Sports covered the event, their geoblocking restrictions left international viewers scrambling for alternatives. Luckily, SwimSwam has you covered with a treasure trove of race videos, courtesy of USA Swimming’s YouTube channel and clips from X (formerly Twitter). And this is the part most people miss: we’ve managed to find footage for almost every final, except for the women’s 50 backstroke, men’s 100 freestyle, and women’s 200 breaststroke—leaving some fans wondering why these races slipped through the cracks. If you missed the live action, don’t worry! Dive into our session-by-session recaps and relive the excitement of events like the women’s 800 freestyle, men’s 200 butterfly, and the electrifying 50 butterfly finals. But here’s a thought-provoking question: with the rise of global interest in swimming, shouldn’t broadcasters reconsider geoblocking to ensure every fan can witness these historic moments? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
