Adam Peaty

Adam Peaty MBE is one of the most decorated swimmers in history, renowned for his dominance in men’s breaststroke. He remains the only swimmer to hold all major global titles simultaneously and the only British swimmer to retain an Olympic title. With 17 of the 20 fastest times ever recorded in the 100m breaststroke, Adam has broken the world record 14 times. His career took off in 2014 when, at 19, he won gold in the 100m breaststroke and medley relay at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.

Peaty’s ascent continued with his world record-setting performance at the 2014 European Championships. In 2015, he became the first man to swim under 58 seconds in the 100m breaststroke and claimed three golds at the Kazan World Championships. His Olympic triumph came in Rio 2016, where he shattered his own world record to win gold in the 100m breaststroke and later earned silver in the medley relay.

Beyond competitive success, Peaty has contributed to British Swimming’s success, receiving an MBE in 2016 and later an OBE in 2022. His remarkable career also includes victories at the European Championships and the launch of his AP Race Clinics in 2019. Despite facing challenges in 2020, including an injury in 2022, Peaty continued to excel, culminating in a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

With numerous world records and medals, Peaty has cemented his legacy as a swimming icon, inspiring future generations while balancing his personal life and mental well-being. His achievements continue to redefine excellence in the sport.