When Michael Andrew swims at the U.S. Olympic Trials next month, it will be nearly eight years to the day after he signed his first endorsement contract at age 14, cementing an already road-less-traveled path in the sport.
Andrew navigated sometimes choppy waters over the last two Olympic cycles, but he is right where he wants to be at this point.
Andrew had what could be considered the most impressive swims of his career on Thursday in Indianapolis.
In the morning, he took .32 off his personal best in the 100m breaststroke, one of three events where he has a strong chance to make the Tokyo Olympic team.