Question

Classify the different types ofraces in swimming.

Answer 1

The different types of races in swimming are as follows:

• Freestyle: 50m, 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m and 1500m
• Backstroke: 100m and 200m
• Breaststroke: 100m and 200m
• Butterfly: 100m and 200m
• Medley: 200m and 400m
• Freestyle relay: 4 × 100m, 4 × 200m
• Medley relay: 4 × 100m (men, women, mixed)
• Open water: 10km