David Popovici a fost numit „Regele Sprintului” de cotidianul „L’Equipe”

David Popovici has been hailed as the 'King of Sprinting' after winning gold in the 200m freestyle at the European Championships in Paris. He secured his victory with a time of 1:44.15, outperforming competitors like Tomas Navikonis and James Guy. This win marks his third consecutive European title in this event, making him the first swimmer to achieve gold in both 100m and 200m freestyle at three consecutive championships. His performance has drawn widespread acclaim, including recognition from European Aquatics and the Romanian Olympic Committee. Popovici was also awarded as the best swimmer in Europe for 2025, highlighting his exceptional achievements in the sport.