At the European Long Distance Championships in Budapest, Emelie Fast competed in a real cannon race in the 100 meter breaststroke.
She finished in the time 1.06.64 and not only lowered her personal best by two seconds but also passed the qualifying limit for the Olympics by two tenths.
- It is completely indescribable, it is impossible to describe.
It was really a completely magical feeling to see that time with my name and realize that I am going to the Olympics, she says to SVT Sport.
17-year-olds are the youngest in the Swedish swimming team in the Olympics.
And hopes to improve his personal record in Tokyo but also see and learn for future championships.
- I will try to go in with the same attitude as in the European Championships and do my own thing.
Of course I want to do my best and see where it leads, says Fast.
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