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Doha World Aquatics Championships: Despite the absence of some star swimmers, the Doha World Aquatics Championships, taking place here from February 2-18, emerges as a pivotal platform for athletes aiming to secure their spots for Paris 2024 or to build momentum towards the Games.

This year, the swimming competitions, unrelated to Olympic qualification, introduce a distinct dynamic as many teams pivot their focus towards Paris 2024.

The United States has significantly reduced its delegation to 18 swimmers, down from 48 at the Fukuoka World Aquatics Championships last July. Notably absent American stars include Katie Ledecky, the 16-time individual world champion, Caeleb Dressel, and Ryan Murphy, reports Xinhua.