Why David Popovici will swim the first SUB-46s 100m Freestyle.

David Popovici dropped a 46.51 at the 2025 Singapore World Championships - only 0.11 off Pan Zhanle's WR. But will he be the FIRST swimmer to break the 46-second barrier in the 100m freestyle? In this video, I break down the insane progression of the event, how Popovici’s unique technique is changing the event, and what exactly needs to happen for him to make history.

You’ll get:
• A deep dive into Popovici’s negative-split revolution and sub-24 back-half.
• The story behind Pan Zhanle’s 46.40 doping controversy.
• Why Jack Alexy, Pan, and even Kyle Chalmers are still in the hunt.
• Technical breakdowns of starts, turns, and where Popovici can find those crucial tenths.
• My prediction on who gets there first - and when.
Who do YOU think will be the first to break 46? Drop your prediction in the comments! 👇

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