The current state of USA Swimming is in disarray according to former Olympian Michael Phelps, who took to Instagram this week to voice his frustrations with those in leadership positions in a sport that's seeing dwindling numbers and passive interest.

Michael Phelps has once again called out USA Swimming following an underwhelming performance in the 2025 World Championships. "No one really wants to talk about how broken USA Swimming has become," Phelps,

Michael Phelps has launched a scathing attack on USA Swimming's leadership, with the 23-times Olympic gold medallist branding the body weak and demanding sweeping reforms after what he sees as years of organisational decline.