Italian backstroke world record holder and Paris 2024 Olympic champion in the 100m backstroke, whose consistent excellence and world record pace have established him as the finest backstroker of his generation.
Thomas Ceccon is an Italian swimmer and Olympic champion who set the 100m backstroke world record at the Tokyo Olympics. A versatile and explosive swimmer who excels across multiple strokes, his exceptional underwater dolphin kicking and powerful finish have made him one of the most complete swimmers of his generation. His Paris Olympics gold medal confirmed his status as one of the sport's elite performers.
World record holder in 100m backstroke and Olympic champion
How They Played
Explosive backstroke specialist with exceptional underwater technique
Lasting Impact
Leading Italian swimmer who broke longstanding backstroke records