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Lukas Märtens Sets Historic 400m Freestyle World Record in Stockholm

The Olympic champion shattered a 16-year-old record with a time of 3:39.96, becoming the first swimmer to break the 3:40 barrier in the event.

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

  • Lukas Märtens broke Paul Biedermann's 2009 world record in the 400m freestyle by finishing in 3:39.96 at the Swim Open in Stockholm.
  • He is the first swimmer to complete the 400m freestyle in under 3:40 on a long-course pool, marking a historic milestone in swimming.
  • Märtens’ performance follows a rigorous three-week altitude training camp in the Sierra Nevada, which he credited for his strong form.
  • The achievement builds on his Olympic gold in the same event at the Paris 2024 Games, solidifying his status as a leading figure in international swimming.
  • Former record-holder Paul Biedermann congratulated Märtens on the accomplishment, which has heightened expectations for his performance at the upcoming World Championships in Singapore.