James Guy

English swimmer and Olympic champion

James Guy - English swimmer and Olympic champion
Born

November 26th, 1995
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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Competed in the sport of swimming, specializing in freestyle and butterfly events. Achieved prominence at the 2015 World Championships, winning two gold medals in the 200m and 4x200m freestyle events. Represented Great Britain at the 2016 Summer Olympics, securing a silver medal in the 4x200m freestyle relay. Continued to compete at elite levels, participating in various international competitions.

Won gold in 200m and 4x200m freestyle at 2015 World Championships

Secured silver in 4x200m freestyle relay at 2016 Olympics

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