Russian Swimming Championships Produce World-Leading Times
Key Questions
What standout times were recorded on Day 4 of the Russian National Championships?
Egor Kornev swam 21.06 in the 50 free to become the #5 performer all-time. Evgeniia Chikunova posted 2:20.59 in the 200 breast.
What earlier achievements were highlighted at the Russian Nationals?
Kolesnikov swam 23.86 in the 50 back for the world #1 time. Kornev also set a Russian record of 21.12 in the 50 free.
How are Russian swimmers performing despite international bans?
They continue to deliver elite, world-leading times at the national level. Multiple athletes have entered all-time top performer lists in key events.
Day 4 of Russian Nationals delivered more historic times: Kornev swam 21.06 in the 50 free (#5 all-time) and Chikunova went 2:20.59 in the 200 breast. Earlier highlights include Kolesnikov's 23.86 50 back (world #1) and Kornev's 21.12 Russian record. Russian swimmers continue to post elite times despite international bans.
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Updated Jun 11, 2026