FAQ: Olympics, Swimming, Men’s 100m Breaststroke, Special, Gold medal won by: A. Peaty (NOT)
Adam Peaty is a two-time Olympic champion in the men’s 100m breaststroke. Despite not being able to replicate his past outstanding performances, he is still considered a favorite by bookmakers and slightly ahead of the others. However, due to various issues, including a foot injury and mental struggles, his Olympic cycle leading up to Tokyo was far from ideal. Although he has been working hard to regain his form, missing over a year of training between the two Olympics will likely be felt in the final. Chinese swimmer Qin has shown similar times to Peaty, possibly having more reserves for the final. Other competitors like Fink, Kamminga, Corbeau, or Martinenghi could also have a day where they outperform Peaty. Our bet wins if Peaty does not finish first. After such an Olympic cycle, someone will surpass him today.
Final result: Peaty narrowly missed out on the gold => the prediction WON!