Winkler Wins Two Golds, Sets School Record at German Nationals

Swim: Kaii Winkler Holding Gold Medal at German National Swimming Championships

Kaii Winkler holding gold medal on podium at German National Swimming Championships

Winkler Wins Two Golds, Sets School Record at German Nationals

4/26/2026 4:37:00 PM | Swimming

BERLIN, GERMANY - Kaii Winkler continued his breakout sophomore campaign at the German National Swimming Championships, earning two gold medals, a school record, and two personal bests during competition from April 23 through April 26 in Berlin.

Competing for the first time since the NCAA Championships in March, Winkler delivered a statement performance over the three-day meet. The rising junior captured gold in both the 100-meter butterfly (51.82) and 100-meter freestyle (48.16 LCM). His winning time in the 100 freestyle not only secured his first career medal at the German National Championships, but also set a new NC State long-course school record in the event.

In addition to his pair of victories, Winkler placed fourth in both the 50-meter freestyle (22.36) and 50-meter butterfly (23.64), with his 50 butterfly mark standing as a new personal best. He also added an eighth-place finish in the 200-meter freestyle with a time of 1:50.02.

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