Paul Biedermann

Paul Biedermann is a retired German swimmer known for his impressive achievements in freestyle events, particularly in the 200m and 400m distances. He gained international fame after setting a world record of 3:40.07 in the 400m freestyle in 2009, a record that stood for 16 years until it was broken by Lukas Märtens in 2023. Biedermann's career includes multiple titles and medals from prestigious competitions, including the Olympics and World Championships, making him one of the prominent figures in the sport of swimming.