Revolutionary swimsuit could be seen in Aland

GUERNSEY'S swimming community is intrigued by a new controversial swimsuit that is revolutionising the sport.

Since 16 February, a staggering 11 world records have been broken and all of them have one thing in common – the swimmer was wearing a new Speedo LZR Racer suit. Developed in partnership with Nasa, it has no stitching, only bonded joints that borrow technology from the space shuttle.

The suit costs around £400. The world's number one swimmer, Michael Phelps, says: 'When I hit the water, I feel like a rocket.'

But not everyone is so happy about the development. The suit is currently available only to Speedo-sponsored swimmers and those coaches and swimmers who do not have access to it are making noises that it contravenes the rules that preclude the wearing of 'technical equipment' that enhances performance.