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James Magnussen's Secret Swim Sparks Enhanced Games Controversy
6/18/2025
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- On February 25, 2025, Australian swimmer James Magnussen took a bold step by conducting a covert time trial in North Carolina, chasing the elusive 50-meter freestyle world record for a staggering million-dollar prize from the controversial Enhanced Games. Scheduled for May 2026 in Las Vegas, this event has ignited a firestorm of debate within the sports world.
