“Really Incredible”: Swimming World Goes Gaga as 21-Year-Old Star Nearly Breaks World Record in Front of His Home Crowd

L’On Marchand, a French swimmer, is a formidable opponent in the water. The Olympian is the holder of numerous French and European records. He placed sixth in the 400m individual medley at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, and he won gold medals in the 200-yard breaststroke and 200-yard individual medley at the 2022 NCAA Championships.

The 21-year-old star’s prowess was on display at the 2022 World Aquatics Championships, where he won gold in the 400- and 200-meter individual medleys and silver in the 200-meter butterfly. The swimmer who recently came dangerously close to setting a world record in front of his home crowd has the attention of the entire swimming community.

Swimming enthusiasts fell in love with Marchand after World Aquatics posted a video of her outstanding performance on June 16. He caused a stir at the Rennes 2023 French Elite Swimming Championships. With a time of 2:06.59 in the 200m breaststroke, 2.17 seconds faster than his previous best, he broke the French record and qualified for the 2023 World Aquatics Championships.

He ran a personal best of 1:48.70 to qualify for the final of the 200m freestyle in the preliminary rounds. In 1:46.44, he took first place and the gold. Marchand continued his winning ways by winning the 200m butterfly in 1:55.79. With a time of 1:56.25 in the 200-meter individual medley, he captured his fourth national championship. He won gold and the national championship in the 400m individual medley with a 4:10.57 time that qualified him for the World Championships.

Marchand’s performance astounded the audience, and many people expressed their admiration. One individual exclaimed, “His speed is truly astonishing.” Another enthusiastically commented, “SPECTACULAR.” Supporters cheered him on, saying, “Way to GO!” Marchand’s talent was recognized as a incredible, with someone exclaiming, “Phenomenon.”

His electrifying performances left spectators thrilled, exclaiming, “Exciting!” Fans encouraged him to continue his outstanding achievements, saying, “Keep it up.” Marchand’s extraordinary skills mesmerized the swimming community and spectators, and their overwhelmingly positive responses demonstrated the impact he has had on the sport.

Reference: www.essentiallysports.com