Lewis Clareburt

Kiwi Swimmer Lewis Clareburt Aims to Dethrone the New Michael Phelps!

Can Lewis Clareburt break New Zealand's 30-year medal drought at the Olympics? No pressure, right?

Lewis Clareburt, the promising Kiwi medley swimmer, is gearing up to create an unforgettable moment at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Known for his incredible versatility in the pool, Clareburt is set to take on the sensational Leon Marchand of France, who has been dubbed the ‘new Michael Phelps’. With Clareburt's fierce competitive spirit and training, he has his gaze firmly fixed on disrupting the French party and potentially earning New Zealand’s first Olympic swimming medal in over three decades. The stakes couldn’t be higher as he dives into the spotlight with the hopes of his country hanging in the balance.

Despite finishing sixth in the finals of the 400m individual medley, Clareburt's tenacity and talent have not gone unnoticed. Squaring off against Marchand, who dominated the race, Clareburt displayed impressive form by only missing out on the podium by a fraction—less than two seconds! His performance might not have yielded a medal, but it showcased the grit and resilience Kiwi swimmers are known for, reminding us all of the magic that comes alive in competitive swimming.

As Clareburt gears up for future events, the pressure cooker intensifies. With New Zealand still on the hunt for its first Olympic swimming medal since the 1992 Barcelona Games, every stroke in the pool becomes an emotional journey for Clareburt and his supporters. Fans are on the edges of their seats, cheerfully weighing the chances of our local swimmer up against the world’s best, hoping he can deliver a momentous victory that rewrites history.

Amidst the excitement, let’s not forget about the other Kiwi talent making waves—the sailors! Isaac McHardie and Will McKenzie kickstarted their journey in the men’s 49er sailing competition with flying colors, claiming first position in their opening day. Their success ensures that the Kiwi spirit is alive and kicking, proving once again that in the wide world of sports, it’s about teamwork, determination, and, of course, a splash of luck!

As Clareburt continues to train with grit in anticipation of future races, did you know New Zealand has produced some legendary swimmers, including Danyon Loader, who won gold medals in 1996? Loader was a swimming sensation and was known for his powerful freestyle skills. Could Clareburt now carry the torch and rewrite the future of Kiwi swimming? Also, when it comes to Olympic history, this year's Paris Olympics will mark a century since it first hosted the Games in 1924! Here's to hoping that Clareburt can make history yet again!