Futures cuts swimming 2025 refers to the decision by the International Swimming Federation (FINA) to eliminate the 200-meter and 400-meter individual medley events from the 2025 World Championships and the 2028 Olympic Games. This move has sparked controversy, with many swimmers and fans expressing disappointment.
FINA argues that the cuts are necessary to streamline the swimming program and make it more appealing to television audiences. However, critics contend that the individual medley events are among the most challenging and exciting in swimming and that their removal will diminish the sport.