Maximus Williamson on Tie for 8th to NCAA Title: “It’s been a roller coaster of emotion”

2026 NCAA Division I Men’s Swimming and Diving Championships

Freshman Maximus Williamson made a statement out of lane 8 last night, winning his first NCAA title in the 200 free in 1:30.03. In prelims, Williamson tied for 8th with his teammate David King, which would normally warrant a swim-off. However, King happily relinquished his spot to his teammate, having full faith that Williamson would put up a big swim. And he did just that.

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Pickens
2 months ago

The arrogance is a good fit for UVA

marchmadness
2 months ago

yeah he’s not transferring… sorry uva haters

VA Steve
2 months ago

Very relaxed and not at all scripted.

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