Maxime Grousset Breaks French Record in 50m Butterfly with 22.70 Seconds
Maxime Grousset sets a new French record in the 50m butterfly with a time of 22.70 seconds, preparing for the World Championships.
Key Points
- • Grousset set a new French record of 22.70 seconds in the 50m butterfly.
- • He surpassed his previous record of 22.72 seconds set in July 2023.
- • His time is the second-best globally this year, behind Canada's Ilya Kharun.
- • Grousset is preparing for multiple events at the upcoming World Championships.
Maxime Grousset, a 26-year-old swimmer from New Caledonia, has made headlines by setting a new French record in the 50-meter butterfly event with a remarkable time of 22.70 seconds. This achievement, which occurred at a competition on June 15, 2025, not only secures his spot for the upcoming World Championships in Singapore but also marks an improvement on his own previous record of 22.72 seconds set in July 2023.
Grousset's latest performance ranks him as the second-fastest swimmer globally this year, trailing only Canada’s Ilya Kharun, who clocked a time of 22.68 seconds. Grousset expressed his delight post-race, stating, "I am very happy. I felt very energetic, I had a lot to give," indicating that he believes there remains potential for further enhancements before the World Championships, scheduled for July 11 to August 3, 2025.
In addition to his focus on the 50m butterfly, Grousset is also eyeing qualifying times for the 50m and 100m freestyle as well as the 100m butterfly events. This forward-looking approach highlights his ambition to excel in multiple disciplines at the international stage, showcasing his commitment to not just meeting but surpassing the expectations set by his current achievements.