About this episode
The 2025 World Aquatics Open Water World Cup heads to Setúbal—one of the most iconic and tactical stops on the circuit. With just weeks to go until the World Championships in Singapore, this race looms large in the season narrative. On this episode of Black Line Fever, Alice Dearing and I preview all the key storylines heading into Setúbal, from Germany’s World Cup dominance to the resurgence of French stars like Marc-Antoine Olivier and Caroline Jouisse. We break down who’s rising, who’s resting, and who’s at risk of being left behind. In This Episode: 🏊♀️ Women’s 10km: Can Moesha Johnson maintain her flawless World Cup streak, or will France’s Jouisse carry her national championship momentum to the top step? 🏊♂️ Men’s 10km: With Wellbrock back in the mix, we ask whether anyone can stop the German machine—or if Marc-Antoine Olivier has one more ace up his sleeve. ⚡ 3km Knockout Sprint: Tactical chaos meets raw speed. Who’s built for the back-to-back rounds, and who’s risking burnout before the final? 🇭🇺 Hungarian Dominance: After five golds at the European Championships, we discuss whether Hungary’s momentum will carry into Setúbal. 📈 Power Rankings & Implications: What’s at stake for national selections, World Cup standings, and pre-Worlds confidence? 🎧 Tune in for your complete guide to the Setúbal World Cup, packed with insights, predictions, and the kind of commentary you won’t get on the livestream. Subscribe to Black Line Fever for expert open water swimming analysis, behind-the-scenes access, and all the major storylines leading to Singapore 2025.