Who is Caeleb Dressel?
Caeleb Dressel aka Caeleb Remel Dressel born on August 16, 1996, is an American freestyle and butterfly swimmer who specializes in the sprint events. He currently represents the Cali Condors which is part of the International Swimming League. He won seven gold medals at the 2017 World Aquatics Championships in Budapest and a record eight medals, including six gold, at the 2019 World Aquatics Championships in Gwangju. Dressel is a four-time Olympic gold medalist and currently holds the world records in the 100 meter butterfly (both long course and short course), 50 meter freestyle (short course), and 100 meter individual medley (short course).
Dressel holds the American records in 50-meter and 100-meter freestyle and in 50-meter and 100-meter butterfly (all long course). He also holds the short course records in 50-yard and 100-yard freestyle events, the 100-yard butterfly, and the 200-yard individual medley, and formerly in the 100-yard breaststroke.
Caeleb Dressel breaks Olympic record on way to second gold
American Caeleb Dressel set an Olympic record on his way to winning the men’s 100m freestyle gold medal as he seeks to become one of the most successful swimmers at an individual Games.
Dressel won in a time of 47.02 seconds to claim his second gold in Tokyo.
Dressel claimed his second gold of the Games following his part in the United States’ 4x100m relay victory, but it was a close race as Australia’s Kyle Chalmers finished just 0.06secs adrift with Russian Kliment Kolesnikov in third.
Dressel could finish these Olympics as one of the most successful swimmers at an individual Games as he is in contention for a further four medals – two individual (100m butterfly and 50m) and two in relays (medley and mixed medley).
Only two swimmers in Olympic history have won more than six medals at a Games – Michael Phelps with eight in Beijing in 2008 and Mark Spitz with seven in Munich in 1972.
“There’s been a lot of pressure on me. There’s nothing wrong with pressure but there is with stress. I handled it well and I am happy,” Dressel told BBC Sport.
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Caeleb Dressel Bio, Wiki
Caeleb Dressel was born on August 16, 1996, in Green Cove Springs, Florida, the son of Christina and Michael Dressel. Michael is a veterinarian in Jacksonville, Florida. He is the third of four children; his three siblings, Tyler, Kaitlyn and Sherridon are all competitive swimmers.
Dressel attended Clay High School in Green Cove Springs, Florida, but trained with the Bolles School Sharks in Jacksonville. He was a collegiate swimmer at the University of Florida starting in 2014, and he graduated in 2018.
| Full name | Caeleb Remel Dressel |
|---|---|
| National team | United States |
| Born | August 16, 1996 (age 24) Green Cove Springs, Florida, U.S. |
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Weight | 194 lb (88 kg) |
| Spouse(s) | Meghan Haila Dresse |
| Sport | Swimming |
|---|---|
| Strokes | Butterfly, Freestyle |
| Club | Cali Condors Gator Swim Club Kids |
| College team | Florida |
| Coach | Gregg Troy |
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Caeleb Dressel’s Wife, Personal life
Caeleb Dressel started a YouTube channel October 8, 2011 and began posting videos to his channel deconstructing some of his past swims in July 2020. In the first video he analyzed his swim setting a new world record in the 100 meter butterfly. He has also shared critique of his past races and swims with SwimSwam. Leading up to the 2020 Summer Olympics, he ventured into analyses of swimming in pop culture. Dressel provided his perspective to GQ on swimming scenes from various movies including scenes featuring survival swimming (such as in Cast Away and Kingsman: The Secret Service) and competitive swimming (as in Pride).
Dressel has been in a relationship since 2013 with fellow swimmer Meghan Haila who trained with him while in high school. Dressel and Haila got engaged in late 2019. In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, planning the wedding was one way Dressel stayed busy during quarantine as was section hiking, not to be confused with thru-hiking, a 60 mile portion of the Appalachian Trail. They got married in February 2021.
Caeleb Dressel’s World Records
Long Course Meters
| No. | Event | Time | Meet | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4×100 m mixed medley relay | 3:38.56 | 2017 World Championships | Jul 27, 2017 |
| 2 | 4×100 m mixed freestyle relay | 3:19.60 | 2017 World Championships | Jul 29, 2017 |
| 3 | 100 m butterfly | 49.50 | 2019 World Championships | Jul 26, 2019 |
| 4 | 4×100 m mixed freestyle relay (2) | 3:19.40 | 2019 World Championships | Jul 27, 2019 |
Short Course Meters
| No. | Event | Time | Meet | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4×100 m freestyle relay | 3:03.03 | 2018 World Championships | Dec 11, 2018 |
| 2 | 4×50 m medley mix relay | 1:36.40 | 2018 World Championships | Dec 13, 2018 |
| 3 | 4×50 m freestyle relay | 1:21.80 | 2018 World Championships | Dec 14, 2018 |
| 4 | 4×50 m freestyle mix relay | 1:27.89 | 2018 World Championships | Dec 16, 2018 |
| 5 | 50 m freestyle | 20.24 | International Swimming League | Dec 20, 2019 |
| 6 | 100 m individual medley | 49.88 | International Swimming League | Nov 16, 2020 |
| 7 | 100 m butterfly | 47.78 | International Swimming League | Nov 21, 2020 |
| 8 | 50 m freestyle (2) | 20.16 | International Swimming League | Nov 21, 2020 |
| 9 | 100 m individual medley (2) | 49.28 | International Swimming League | Nov 22, 2020 |
Caeleb Dressel’s FAQ’s
Who is Caeleb Dressel?
Caeleb Remel Dressel (born August 16, 1996) is an American freestyle and butterfly swimmer who specializes in the sprint events. He currently represents the Cali Condors which is part of the International Swimming League.
Who is Caeleb Dressel’s Wife?
Caeleb Dressel’s wife’s name is Meghan Haila Dressel.
What is Caeleb Dressel’s Age?
Caeleb Dressel’s is 24 years old.
What is Caeleb Dressel’s Net worth?
Caeleb Dressel’s net worth is in million and the exact figure will be updated soon.
What is Caeleb Dressel’s Height?
Caeleb Dressel’s height is 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m).
What is Caeleb Dressel’s Weight?
Caeleb Dressel’s weight is 194 lb (88 kg).
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