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Aaron Wells Peirsol (born July 23, 1983) is an American former competition swimmer and backstroke specialist who is a former world champion and world record-holder. He is a three-time Olympian and seven-time Olympic medalist (five gold, two silver). Individually, he currently holds the world record in the 200-meter backstroke event (long course).
Jan 1, 2024 · Aaron Peirsol, a renowned figure in the swimming world, embarked on a transformative journey after an illustrious career that included seven Olympic medals and numerous world...
Seven-time Olympic medalist, Aaron Wells Peirsol, was often recognized as America’s backstroke specialist during his time in elite competition. He was born (July 23, 1983) and raised in Irvine...
A multiple world and Olympic champion and record holder, American swimmer Aaron Peirsol is considered the greatest backstroker of all time. Born on 23 July 1983 in Irvine, California, Aaron Peirsol was only 15 when he became the youngest American swimmer in history to break the two-minute mark in the 200m backstroke.
After débuting internationally at the Sydney Olympics at the age of 17 (claiming a silver medal in the 200 m backstroke behind Lenny Krayzelburg ), Aaron Peirsol won five Olympic gold medals, 10 long-course World Championships, and another 6 in the short course pool.
Aaron Peirsol - Hall Of Fame Swimmer. Under the tutelage of Dave Salo, Aaron qualified for his first Junior Nationals at 13, swam in Senior Nationals at 14 and qualified for his first...
One of the greatest backstrokers in swimming and Olympic history. Peirsol was the NCAA backstroke champion in 2003 and 2004 for the University of Texas before turning professional.
The personal bests and latest results for Aaron PEIRSOL.
Feb 28, 2024 · Learn more about Aaron Peirsol's accomplishments, career highlights, and biography
Sport: Swimming. Inducted: 2016. A five-time Olympic gold medalist, nine-time world champion, six-time NCAA champion and still the current world record holder in the 200-meter backstroke, Aaron Peirsol set a standard in the backstroke that continues even five years after his retirement.
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