Marathon swimming at the 2012 Summer Olympics – Qualification

For the marathon swimming competitions at the 2012 Summer Olympics the following qualification systems were in place.

Qualifying standards

A National Olympic Committee (NOC) may enter up to 2 qualified athletes in each individual event if both meet the Olympic Qualifying Time (OQT). 1 athlete per event can potentially qualify should they meet the Olympic Selection Time (OST) and if the quota of athletes has not been met. NOCs may enter swimmers regardless of time (1 swimmer per sex) if they have no swimmers meeting either standard entry time.

The qualifying time standards must be obtained in Continental Championships, National Olympic Trials or International Competitions approved by FINA in the period 1 March 2011 to 3 July 2012.

Men's 10 km marathon

Qualification event Qualified athletes Host* 2011 World Championships 2012 Olympic Marathon Swim Qualifier (9–10 June 2012) Continent qualifiers

Women's 10 km marathon

Qualification event Qualified athletes 2011 World Championships 2012 Olympic Marathon Swim Qualifier (9–10 June 2012) Continent qualifiers

* If not qualified by any means. If Great Britain has already qualified quota will be added to the 2012 Olympic Marathon Swim Qualifier.

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