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2w ago

Lukas Märtens Breaks 16-Year-Old 400m Freestyle World Record

The German Olympian clocked an unprecedented 3:39.96 at the Swim Open in Stockholm, surpassing Paul Biedermann's 2009 record and solidifying his dominance ahead of the World Championships.

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Gemeinsam erfolgreich: Lukas Märtens mit seinem Trainer Bernd Berkhahn (l.)
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Overview

  • Lukas Märtens became the first swimmer to complete the 400-meter freestyle in under 3:40, setting a new world record of 3:39.96 at the Swim Open in Stockholm.
  • This milestone surpasses the 16-year-old record of 3:40.07 set by fellow German Paul Biedermann during the 2009 World Championships in Rome.
  • Märtens achieved this feat shortly after a rigorous three-week high-altitude training camp in the Sierra Nevada, showcasing his peak physical condition.
  • Paul Biedermann publicly congratulated Märtens, expressing pride that the record remains in German hands and praising Märtens' talent and character.
  • With this historic performance, Märtens is now a top favorite for the upcoming World Championships in Singapur, further elevating Germany's prominence in long course swimming.