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Aaron Wells Peirsol (born July 23, 1983) is an American former competition swimmer and backstroke specialist who is a former world champion and world record-holder. He is a three-time Olympian and seven-time Olympic medalist (five gold, two silver).
Jan 1, 2024 · Aaron Peirsol, a renowned figure in the swimming world, embarked on a transformative journey after an illustrious career that included seven Olympic medals and numerous world records.
A multiple world and Olympic champion and record holder, American swimmer Aaron Peirsol is considered the greatest backstroker of all time. Born on 23 July 1983 in Irvine, California, Aaron Peirsol was only 15 when he became the youngest American swimmer in history to break the two-minute mark in the 200m backstroke.
Aaron Peirsol joined the elite club of swimmers to defend an Olympic title when he broke the world record in the 100 back final at the Beijing Olympics.
Aaron Peirsol - Hall Of Fame Swimmer. Under the tutelage of Dave Salo, Aaron qualified for his first Junior Nationals at 13, swam in Senior Nationals at 14 and qualified for his first...
After débuting internationally at the Sydney Olympics at the age of 17 (claiming a silver medal in the 200 m backstroke behind Lenny Krayzelburg ), Aaron Peirsol won five Olympic gold medals, 10 long-course World Championships, and another 6 in the short course pool.
Mar 27, 2007 · American Aaron Peirsol shattered his own world record in the 100-meter backstroke at the world swimming championships on Tuesday.
