16-year-old swimmer breaks Michael Phelps’ record at 2025 US Swimming Championships

16-year-old swimmer breaks Michael Phelps’ record at 2025 US Swimming Championships

Luka Mijatovic, 16, beats Phelps' 200-meter freestyle record

Luka Mijatovic of the United States looks on after competing in the Men's 1500 Meter Freestyle heats on Day 1 of the TYR Pro Swim Series Westmont at FMC Natatorium on Mar. 5, 2025, in Westmont, Illinois. (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Luka Mijatovic of the United States competes in the Men's 1500 Meter Freestyle heats on Day 1 of the TYR Pro Swim Series Westmont at FMC Natatorium on Mar. 5, 2025, in Westmont, Illinois. (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Luka Mijatovic of the United States looks on before competing in the Men's 1500 Meter Freestyle heats on Day 1 of the TYR Pro Swim Series Westmont at FMC Natatorium on Mar. 5, 2025, in Westmont, Illinois. (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)