"LONDON (AP) -- British Swimming will lose its head coach just over four months before the start of the Beijing Olympics.
Ian Turner will quit on April 6 to head to New Zealand where he will continue to work within in the sport, British Swimming said Tuesday.
The Briton worked closely with national performance director Bill Sweetenham of Australia, who left on Sept. 3. Turner had worked with British Swimming for 10 years.
'It's been a difficult decision to make, but I've been made an offer that I found too difficult to refuse,' Turner said. 'It's a great opportunity and I'm looking forward to a new challenge and a different lifestyle.
'Unfortunately, you can't dictate when these moments arise, but I know the group of swimmers I've worked with, together with the program as a whole, are in great hands for the future.'"
