Small Team, BIG Results: Team FINIS Wins 11 Olympic Medals in the HydroX Suit
Published on August 27th, 2024
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.
Irish swimmer Dan Wiffen has etched his name in history as Northern Ireland’s first Olympic gold medalist in 36 years, giving the world a phenomenal performance in Paris. Securing gold in the 800m freestyle, Wiffen set a new Olympic record with a time of 7:38.19. Wiffen also went on to earn a bronze medal in the 1500m freestyle, further showcasing his exceptional talent!
Australian swimmers Cam McEvoy, Meg Harris, and Shayna Jack also made a remarkable impact in Paris! Cam McEvoy secured his first individual Olympic medal, winning gold in the 50m freestyle and made history as the first Australian to win in this event. Shayna Jack, making a remarkable comeback, clinched her first gold in the 4x100m freestyle relay and earned a second in the 4x200m freestyle relay as a heat swimmer, becoming a two-time gold medalist. Meg Harris delivered an exceptional performance, earning 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 heat swimmer.
Great Britain’s James Guy was instrumental in leading his team to gold in the 4x200m freestyle relay. His outstanding performance not only helped secure the top spot on the 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 heat swimmer. His performance showcased his elite skill and contributed to the team’s success! French swimmer, Clement Secchi also made a remarkable Olympic debut, earning a bronze medal in the 4x100m medley relay as a heat swimmer. His impressive performance not only highlighted his exceptional skills but also showcased his ability to thrive on the world stage.
These top athletes all chose the HydroX tech suit, FINIS’s latest innovation in swimwear. The HydroX, made with MemoryFlex® fabric, maintains its shape through every stroke for superior flexibility and compression. With twice the deep water coating of other suits and additional treatment after assembly, it sets new standards in swimwear technology and transforms competitive swimming.
The 2024 Paris Olympics have marked a pivotal moment for #TeamFINIS, showcasing their unparalleled dedication and skill on the world stage. For the latest updates and to follow the incredible journeys of FINIS athletes, visit their athlete pages and stay connected with #TeamFINIS. Discover more about the HydroX suit and its groundbreaking features here. The HydroX is redefining performance—are you ready to join the revolution?
Small Team, BIG Results: Team FINIS Wins 11 Olympic Medals in the HydroX Suit
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.
Lorenzo Zazzeri
Lorenzo Zazzeri is an Italian swimmer who has made his mark in the swimming world. Zazzeri won the gold collar with sporting merit which is the maximum recognition to an Italian athlete.
Ed Mildred
Ed Mildred is a British swimmer whose specialty is the 100 freestyle and butterfly. Mildred has swam in some major swim events. For example, the 2023 U23 European Championships, the 2022 Commonwealth Games, and the 2021 World Short Course Championships. With some major accolades like winning both silver and bronze at the U23 European Championships, Ed is a powerful swimmer, to say the least!
Dylan Carter
Dylan Carter's swimming career has been remarkable and continues to rise. A standout at the University of Southern California, he earned NCAA Championship honors as a member of the 800-yard freestyle relay team.
Dan Wiffen And The Lessons of His Successful Rebound in Dublin
As he cruised to gold in the 1500 freestyle, spearheading what would turn into a prolific three days for Team Ireland at the European U23 Championships, Dan Wiffen was slightly confused. Proud, obviously, and pumped for his team to win three gold medals on night one but also surprised to have recorded a time within one second of his personal best and more than seven seconds faster than his result from a fourth-place finish at the World Championships only 12 days earlier.
