The 2026 Para Swimming World Series is making a splash under the Australian sun, with the season opener taking place outdoors at the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre from 20–22 February.
The event features 164 athletes from around the world, including a 94-strong home team led by Paralympic champions Rowan Crothers and Chloe Osborn. Both will compete in multiple freestyle and butterfly events as Australia aims to set the pace for the season.
This year’s move from Melbourne to the Gold Coast gives swimmers valuable experience in open-air conditions, mirroring those expected at the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games.