Michael Andrew (Swimmer) is one of the famous Swimmer, who was born on the memorable day of April 18 in the year 1999. Hailing from the vibrant city of South Dakota, Michael Andrew (Swimmer) is a proud citizen of United States.
Swimmer known for being the youngest American to go pro in the sport, doing so at the age of 14. He’s set more than 75 age-group records and was ranked the 59th-best swimmer when he signed his first contract, more than 100 spots ahead of the next male his age.
Over the years, not only have skills been honed, but a significant impact has also been made in the professional field. Whether it's through work, public appearances, or contributions to the community, Michael Andrew (Swimmer) continues to be an inspiration for many.Personal Information
Popular As: | Michael Andrew (Swimmer) |
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First Name: | Michael |
Last Name: | (Swimmer) |
Gender: | Male |
Birthday: | April 18 |
Birth Year: | 1999 |
Age: | 24-years |
Career
He started swimming when he was seven-years-old and his parents eventually built a pool in their backyard to allow him to train.
His decision to go professional eliminated both his high school and college athletic eligibility and drew comparisons to athletes like Freddy Adu and Michelle Wie, who also went professional at a young age. He won a gold medal in the4x100 meter medley relay at the2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo.
Family
His father, Peter, was a diver in the Navy and his mother, Tina, has acted as his agent. He has a younger sister named Michaela. The most obvious comparison has been to Olympian Michael Phelps, whose prodigious talents in his youth led to a professional contract at the age of 16.