Dispute Over Usage of the Olympic Swimming Pool in Nicosia
May 18, 2026
A dispute in Cypriot sports is escalating around the Olympic Swimming Pool in Nicosia. The Nicosia Nautical Club is protesting the removal of 40 swimmers under 12 from the municipal pool due to new regulations from the Cyprus Sports Organization. Parents and athletes are caught in a difficult situation because of these decisions. The president of the CYSO, Giannis Ioannou, argues that the changes are made for fairness and equal treatment of all athletes. The club demands an upgrade of the facilities to ensure better training conditions.