Team USA Olympic swimmers, including Lilly King and Zach Harting, have admitted to routinely peeing in the pool due to the practical challenges posed by their sport. Athletes cite the difficulty of removing their tight racing suits and the need to stay hydrated until the last minute as reasons for this practice. Despite the chlorine in the pool neutralizing the urine, swimmers have an unspoken rule to avoid urinating when someone is directly behind them. This revelation highlights a common, yet often unspoken, aspect of competitive swimming.