This week’s set is courtesy of FINIS, a partner of SwimSwam.
An impressive 70% of FINIS sponsored swimmers won a medal at the recent Paris Games wearing the HydroX-Tech suit. Representing a diverse selection of nations from Ireland to Australia, with returning champions and new faces, #TeamFINIS wowed the crowd with their performances. Their performances resulted in a remarkable tally of 11 medals – 6 gold, 2 silver and 3 bronze – highlighting their unparalleled skill and dedication. This extraordinary success underlines the relentless drive that characterises FINIS.
Irish swimmer Dan Wiffen etched his name in history as Northern Ireland’s first Olympic champion in 36 years, showing the world a phenomenal performance in Paris. Wiffen secured gold in the 800m freestyle, setting a new Olympic record with a time of 7:38.19. Wiffen also won a bronze medal in the 1500m freestyle, proving his exceptional talent once again!
Australian swimmers Cam McEvoy, Meg HarrisAnd Shayna Jack He also made an impression in Paris! Cam McEvoy secured his first individual Olympic medal, winning gold in the 50m freestyle and making history as the first Australian to win this discipline. Shayna Jackwho made a remarkable comeback, took her first gold in the 4x100m freestyle relay and finished second in the 4x200m freestyle relay as a preliminary swimmer, winning two gold medals. Meg Harris delivered an exceptional performance, winning three medals: gold in the 4x100m freestyle relay as a finalist, silver in the 50m freestyle with a personal best of 23.97 and silver in the 4x100m medley relay as a preliminary swimmer.
Great Britain James Guy was instrumental in leading his team to the gold medal in the 4x200m freestyle relay. His outstanding performance not only secured him the first place on the winners’ podium, but also included a personal best of 1:45.04 in the 200m freestyle during the relay.
Italian swimmer, Lorenzo Zazzeri won a bronze medal in the 4x100m freestyle relay as a preliminary swimmer. His performance demonstrated his outstanding skills and contributed to the team’s success! The French swimmer, Clement Secchi He too had a remarkable Olympic debut, winning a bronze medal in the 4x100m medley relay as a preliminary swimmer. His impressive performance not only underlined his exceptional skills but also demonstrated his ability to shine on the world stage.
These elite athletes all chose the HydroX Tech suit, FINIS’ latest innovation in swimwear. Made from MemoryFlex® fabric, the HydroX retains its shape with every stroke, providing superior flexibility and compression. With twice the deep water coating of other suits and an additional post-production treatment, it sets a new standard in swimwear technology and revolutionizes competitive swimming.
The Paris 2024 Olympic Games were a defining moment for #TeamFINIS, where they demonstrated their unparalleled commitment and skill on the world stage. To get the latest updates and follow the incredible journeys of FINIS athletes, visit their athlete pages and stay connected with #TeamFINIS. Learn more about the HydroX suit and its groundbreaking features here. The HydroX redefines performance – are you ready to join the revolution?
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John Mix and Olympic gold medalist Pablo Morales founded FINIS in Northern California in 1993 with a mission to simplify swimming for athletes, coaches, novices and long-time swimmers around the world. Today, FINIS fulfills that mission through innovation, quality products and a commitment to education. FINIS products are currently available in over 80 countries. With a focus on innovation and the intricacies of swimming, FINIS will continue to develop products that help more people enjoy the water.
