Canadian swimmers Josh Liendo and Ilya Kharun showcased their outstanding skills at the swimming World Cup event in Toronto on Friday. Liendo secured a gold medal in the men’s 100-metre freestyle, while Kharun triumphed in the 200m butterfly race. Toronto’s Liendo set a new Canadian record with a time of 45.30 seconds, surpassing Americans Jack Alexy (45.55) and Chris Guiliano (45.71).
Expressing his joy, Liendo shared with CBC Sports reporter Devin Heroux, “I was happy to get a good swim and just went out there and had fun. It’s good momentum, the city is doing good right now, and it’s just good to be a part of.”
Toronto’s Josh Liendo finishes first in the men’s 100-metre freestyle final with a Canadian record time of 45.30 at the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup 2025 stop in Toronto. On Thursday, Liendo won the 100-metre butterfly with a world record and also captured the 50-metre butterfly title.
On the other hand, Kharun clinched victory in the 200m butterfly with a time of 1:49.71. The Montreal native outperformed Alberto Razzetti of Italy (1:51.63) and American Mitchell Schott (1:52.10).
Reflecting on his performance, Kharun commented, “I thought I did very well. I took it smooth and kept it smooth the entire way. I thought maybe I could go a bit quicker, but it’s alright. I’ve been tired from all the races. [In the last 25m] I was thinking just get my hand on the wall. I wanted to win, and I got it done. The crowd really pushes us, and I’m just happy to be here. It’s a great opportunity we have [to compete in Toronto]. It’s very nice.”
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