Luka Mijatovic Becomes Fastest 17-Year-Old Ever in 800m Free, Breaks US 17-18 Age Group Record
A 17-year-old swimmer has shattered a US age-group record, putting him in the spotlight at the Junior Pan Pacific Championships.
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Luka Mijatovic is the fastest 17-year-old ever in the 800m freestyle. He broke the US 17-18 age group record at the Junior Pan Pacific Championships in Vancouver.
The record-breaking performance is a significant milestone for Mijatovic, who is now in the conversation for future international competitions. Mijatovic's achievement is notable, but the competition is far from over.
The Junior Pan Pacific Championships feature a strong field of young swimmers, including those from Bermuda. The event is a platform for Canada's next generation of swimmers, adding to the competitive atmosphere.
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- Luka Mijatovic Claims Gold in 200 Freestyle at Junior Pan Pacs Swimming World · 1d ago
- Haddonfield's Derivaux trading in senior year for early start at Texas Courier-Post · 1d ago
- 2026 Junior Pan Pacs: Day 2 Prelims Live Recap SwimSwam · 1d ago
- 2026 Junior Pan Pacs: Day 2 Finals Live Recap SwimSwam · 1d ago
- Canada’s Next Generation Takes Centre Stage at Junior Pan Pacific Championships Swimming Canada · 1d ago
- Luka Mijatovic Could Go on Record Blitz at Junior Pan Pacific Championships swimmingworldmagazine.com · 1d ago
- Bermuda Swimmers Start Competing In Vancouver Bernews · 1d ago
- 2026 Junior Pan Pacs: Day 1 Finals Live Recap SwimSwam · 1d ago
- Luka Mijatovic Becomes Fastest 17-Year-Old Ever in 800m Free, Breaks US 17-18 Age Group Record SwimSwam · 1d ago
Quick answers
Who is Luka Mijatovic?
Luka Mijatovic is a 17-year-old swimmer who recently set a new record in the 800m freestyle at the Junior Pan Pacific Championships.
What record did Luka Mijatovic break?
Luka Mijatovic broke the US 17-18 age group record in the 800m freestyle.
Where are the Junior Pan Pacific Championships being held?
The Junior Pan Pacific Championships are being held in Vancouver.
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