Three-Time Olympic Relay Champion James Guy Named Aquatics GB Champion Athlete for 2025
James Guy, a three-time Olympic relay champion, was honored as the Champion Athlete for 2025 at the Aquatics GB Awards held on Saturday night. Since debuting at the senior global level during the 2013 World Championships in Barcelona, Guy has been a key figure in the British swimming team, amassing titles at the Olympic, world, European, and Commonwealth levels.
Early Career Highlights
Guy first reached the senior international podium at the 2014 Commonwealth Games, securing bronze in the 400m freestyle behind Ryan Cochrane and David McKeon. He also swam in the heats of the medley relay, contributing to England's gold medal victory with the quartet.
Historic World Title in 2015
In 2015, at just 19 years old, Guy became the first British man to win a world freestyle title in a long-course pool by overtaking Sun Yang and Ryan Lochte in the final 50 meters to claim the 200m title in Kazan, Russia. He also anchored the 4×200m relay to victory—replacing Duncan Scott—and earned silver in the 400m freestyle.
Continued Success and Team Work
Kazan 2015 marked the beginning of a strong partnership among British swimmers, with Guy joining teammates Duncan Scott and Adam Peaty on multiple Olympic and world championship podiums. Since then, he has collected six Olympic medals, including three golds, and added eight more world titles and honors to his record.
Recent Achievements at 2025 World Championships
At the 2025 World Championships in Singapore, Guy, along with Duncan Scott, Matt Richards, and Jack McMillan, secured the relay title, adding to their Olympic success. Tom Dean and Evan Jones also contributed as preliminary swimmers.
“Since Kazan, Guy has won three golds among six Olympic medals and a further four world titles among eight more honours.”
Summary: James Guy remains a dominant force in British swimming, celebrated for his historic titles and key relay performances, cementing his legacy through sustained Olympic and world championship success.
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