Foster will have another shot at a medal in the men’s 200-meter IM, but he’ll still likely have to face Marchand again. The pair train together under Bowman with the Longhorns pro group.

Leon Marchand of France celebrates after setting a world record in the men’s 200m individual medley final during Day 2 of the World Swimming World Cup 2024 at the OCBC Aquatic Centre on Nov. 1 ...

Additionally, this summer could feature the French star taking down Michael Phelps ’ iconic world record in the 400-meter IM, which has stood since the 2008 Olympic Games at 4:03.84.

"I was just very thankful Leon had the 200 before," Finke said. Finke is an Olympic star in his own right, with three gold medals and a silver to his name between the 800-meter and 1500-meter ...

Leon Marchand finished less than a second off the fastest time ever in the 400 IM Friday at the NC State Invitational in Greensboro, N.C.

Getty Images Leon Marchand won the men’s 400m IM at the Paris Olympics. Read More at NBCOlympics.com >> ...