Kaii Winkler After First German Record: “I’ve made some pretty big adjustments in the weight room”

2026 Pro Swim Series – Indianapolis

Video captured by Anya Pelshaw.

Kai Winkler had some big swims this weekend in Indianapolis, notably cracking the 51-second barrier in the 100 fly for the first time (50.92). This also meant he broke the first German national record of his career, dipping under the long-standing 51.19 set by Steffen Deibler in 2013. Winkler commented that he’s made some big changes in the weight room, which he thinks have translated well to the pool.

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Bobthebuilderrocks
32 minutes ago

I remember when I first started in the weight room… good for you Kaii

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