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24 July 2023, 13h16

Diogo Ribeiro

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The swimmer from SL Benfica Diogo Ribeiro became vice-world champion after winning the silver medal in the 50 meter butterfly this Monday, July 24, at the World Championships in Fukuoka, Japan.

Swimming in lane 1, the 18-year-old (the youngest in the final) broke the national record in the discipline by completing the race in 22.80 seconds, only surpassed by the Italian Thomas Ceccon (22.68). The French Maxime Grousset rounded off the podium (22.82).

Speaking to the Portuguese Swimming Federation, Diogo Ribeiro shared his happiness at the achievement: "I'm speechless. I still can't believe it. It's a dream come true! I knew I could dream. Facing one race at a time, being focused and giving everything."

It's been almost 37 years since a Portuguese athlete (men's, individual) reached a final at a World Championship. Diogo Ribeiro was second, preceded by Alexandre Yokochi, also a Benfica swimmer.

Text: Editorial Staff
Photos: Portuguese Swimming Federation
Last update: Friday, March 22, 2024

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