Synchronised swimmers leave Olympic viewers confused and amazed as teams of eight take to the Rio pool in mesmerising displays Viewers have been left confused and mesmerised by the incredible feats of the synchronised swimmers Japanese drew on ancient traditions and the Brazilians burst forward with an edgy rock-and-roll routine But no synchronised team came close to preventing Russia from taking the lead in technical routines Their team's fast-paced, vibrant team performance incredible feats of the synchronised swimmers