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Australian James Magnussen will miss the World Swimming Championships in August due to impending left shoulder surgery, according to Australia’s swimming federation.
“We, as a team, have explored every possible avenue to allow me to compete, but unfortunately surgery is the only viable option if I am to be fit for the 2016 Rio Olympics,” Magnussen said in a press release. “I will now focus all my time and effort on preparing for the Olympics next year. I am looking forward to regaining full strength in my shoulder and getting back to my best performances.