Israeli Swimmer Tomer Shuster Places Fifth in 50m Backstroke at European Championships
Israeli swimmer Tomer Shuster delivered a strong performance at the European Swimming Championships in Paris, finishing fifth in the 50-meter backstroke final on August 14, 2026. Shuster, 22, clocked a time of 24.44 seconds, narrowly missing the podium but setting a new Israeli record in the semifinals. Despite a slight slowdown near the finish, his time places him among Europe's top swimmers in the event.
The gold medal was claimed by Miroslav Kandela with a time of 24.11 seconds, followed closely by Kliment Kolesnikov in second place at 24.12 seconds, and Pavel Samosenko securing third with 24.14 seconds. Shuster's national record stands at 24.36 seconds, which he aims to improve in upcoming competitions. His achievement marks a significant milestone for Israeli swimming on the continental stage.
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