Kristof Milak, the Hungarian who broke Michael Phelps‘ 200m butterfly world record last year, is recovering after contracting the coronavirus last month, according to Hungary’s swimming federation.
Milak’s coach, Attila Selmeci, said the 20-year-old swimmer had a fever and weight loss amid overall weakness. He has since tested negative but needs more medical tests before returning to the pool, according to the federation.
Milak is in doubt to return for the International Swim League later this fall.
At the July 2019 World Championships, Milak won the 200m fly in 1:50.