Olympic Medalist, USA Triathlon’s 2021 Elite Men’s Triathlete of the Year
| Hometown | : Geneva, Illinois |
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| Country | : USA |
| Birthday | : August 1, 1992 |
| Specialty | : Triathlon |
McDowell made his Olympic debut in Tokyo, recording the fastest split of the U.S. team that earned the silver medal in the Mixed Relay. He also earned the highest-ever finish (6th) for a U.S. male triathlete at the Olympic Games. McDowell’s celebrated achievements came ten years after he received a 2011 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma diagnosis. Early in his career, McDowell was the 2010 Youth Olympic Games silver medalist and the 2010 ITU Junior World Championships bronze medalist. After undergoing chemo, Kevin battled his way back to elite competition and the podium, accumulating seven World Triathlon Cup medals and the 2017 USA Elite National Championship title.
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An Impressive 70% of FINIS-sponsored swimmers medaled at the most recent games in Paris wearing the HydroX tech suit. Representing a diverse array of nations from Ireland to Australia, featuring returning champions and fresh faces, #TeamFINIS captivated audiences with their performances. Their achievements resulted in a remarkable tally of 11 medals—6 Gold, 2 Silver, and 3 Bronze—highlighting their unparalleled skill and dedication. This extraordinary success underscores the relentless drive that defines FINIS.
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