A Belgian competitive swimmer who won the gold medal in the 100m freestyle at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. He is also a multiple-time European champion and record holder.
Pieter Timmers is a Belgian retired competitive swimmer who electrified the aquatic world with his impressive sprint freestyle performances, culminating in a silver medal at the 2016 Olympics. With an impressive repertoire of national records and titles to his name, Timmers solidified his position as one of the greatest swimmers Belgium has ever produced.
Timmers qualified for three swimming events at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, marking his maiden Olympic appearance. His remarkable achievement was not limited to individual events; he also anchored the Belgian team in the 4x100m freestyle relay, recording a fastest split of 48.18.
At the 2012 European Short Course Swimming Championships, Timmers further demonstrated his prowess, setting multiple Belgian records in the 50, 100, and 200m freestyle events. His remarkable performances earned him seven national titles in both long and short course freestyle events.
The 2016 Olympics will forever be etched in Pieter Timmers' memory as the year he won the silver medal in the 100m freestyle. This monumental achievement not only elevated his profile but also cemented his status as a world-class swimmer.
Timmers' impressive Olympic performance earned him a permanent place in Belgian swimming history. He holds nine Belgian records, an impressive feat that showcases his domination in the sprint freestyle events.
A resident athlete for Brabo Antwerp, Timmers trains under the watchful eye of his personal coach, Ronald Gaastra. Standing at an impressive 2.00m (6 ft 7 in) and weighing 89 kg (196 lb), Timmers' athletic build and rigorous training regimen have been instrumental in his success.
After announcing his retirement in 2020, Timmers participated in the second season of the International Swimming League (ISL) in Budapest. This marked a new chapter in his professional career, as he transitioned from competitive swimming to competing in the innovative ISL format.
Pieter Timmers' remarkable career has left an indelible mark on Belgian swimming. As a celebrated athlete, he has inspired a new generation of swimmers to take up the sport. His dedication, perseverance, and sporting excellence have etched his name in the annals of swimming history.
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