Canada has made a strong showing in the men’s 100m butterfly event at the Tokyo Olympics, bringing home both silver and bronze medals.
The silver medal was won by 21-year-old Joshua Liendo, who finished with a time of 50.75 seconds. This is Liendo’s first Olympic medal, and he is the first Canadian to win a medal in this event since 1984.
Liendo, who hails from Markham, Ontario, was ecstatic about his achievement. “I’m just so happy to be able to represent Canada and bring home a medal,” he said in an interview after the race.
The bronze medal was won by 26-year-old Markus Thormeyer, who finished with a time of 50.92 seconds. Thormeyer, who is from Delta, British Columbia, also expressed his joy at winning a medal for his country. “It’s an incredible feeling to be able to stand on the podium and represent Canada,” he said.
The gold medal in the men’s 100m butterfly event was won by American swimmer Caeleb Dressel, who set a new Olympic record with a time of 49.45 seconds.
Canada’s strong performance in this event is a testament to the country’s growing presence in the world of swimming. Both Liendo and Thormeyer are part of a new generation of Canadian swimmers who are making their mark on the international stage.
The men’s 100m butterfly event is just one of many events in which Canadian athletes have excelled at the Tokyo Olympics. As the games continue, Canadians will be eagerly watching and cheering on their athletes as they strive for more medals and achievements.
