medley swimming

a type of swimming race where competitors swim four different strokes in a specific order

Medley swimming refers to a race where a swimmer uses all four main swimming strokes in a specific order: butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. In individual medley events, swimmers compete alone, completing each stroke in the correct order. In a medley relay, a team of swimmers each swims a different stroke, covering the four strokes in the same order. Medley swimming requires skill in all strokes, as swimmers must transition smoothly between each one. It is a challenging event that tests versatility, endurance, and technique.