Aaron Shackell Speaks on Qualifying for the Olympic Games Paris 2024
Aaron Shackell is interviewed by NBC Olympics after qualifying for Paris 2024 in the men's 400-meter freestyle. Video...
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Age
21
Hometown
Carmel, IN
Education
University of Texas
Quick Facts
- Grew up in Carmel, Indiana, approximately 30 minutes away from where he qualified for the Olympic Games Paris 2024
- Shackell's father, Nicholas, was an All-American swimmer at Auburn University and represented England at the Olympic Games Atlanta 1996
- Has two siblings, Alex and Andrew, who also competed at the 2024 swimming trials
- Trained at Carmel Swim Club, committed to the University of California, but is transferring to the University of Texas next season
Olympic Experience
- 1-time Olympian;
- Olympic Games Paris 2024, 8th (400m Freestyle - Men)
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