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McEvoy Wins 50m Freestyle Gold Before Taking a Break for Fatherhood

Following a self-devised 17-week sprint program, the 31-year-old clinched the win in 21.14 seconds

Swimming - World Aquatics Championships - Men 50m Freestyle Finals - World Aquatics Championships Arena, Singapore - August 2, 2025 Australia's Cameron Mcevoy celebrates after winning the final REUTERS/Hollie Adams
Australia's swimmer Cameron McEvoy celebrates winning the final of the men's 50m freestyle

Overview

  • At 31, McEvoy became Australia’s oldest world champion by capturing his second 50m freestyle title in Singapore
  • He outpaced Briton Ben Proud, whom he also defeated in Paris, to secure the gold medal
  • McEvoy suspended retirement plans in 2022 to bulk up as a sprinter and departed from traditional training methods
  • Competition continues with seasoned medalists and emerging swimmers vying for final podiums at the World Aquatics Championships
  • He will pause his competitive schedule to help with night routines for his newborn son, Hartley, whom he and wife Maddi welcomed in July