ASU Shatters 200 Medley Relay Meet Record at 2026 NCAA Championships

Arizona State University's men's swimming team sets new school and meet record in the 200 medley relay

Apr. 12, 2026 at 3:45pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the ASU men's swimming and diving team's 200 medley relay race, with sharp, overlapping planes of maroon and gold colors representing the team's energy and athleticism.ASU's record-breaking 200 medley relay team celebrates their historic performance at the 2026 NCAA Championships.Tempe Today

Arizona State University's (ASU) men's swimming and diving team made history at the 2026 NCAA Division I Championships, setting a new school record in the 200 medley relay with a time of 1:20.07. The relay team, led by Adam Chaney, Andy Dobrzanski, Ilya Kharun, and Jonny Kulow, showcased exceptional teamwork and individual prowess, outperforming even the defending champions, Texas.

Why it matters

This achievement not only marked a significant improvement over ASU's previous record but also positioned them as the third-best team in all-time history for this event. The race was a testament to the team's dedication and skill, as they managed to lower the meet record by 0.08 seconds, a remarkable feat in the highly competitive world of college swimming.

The details

One of the standout performances came from Ilya Kharun, who clocked an astonishing 18.70 in the 50 fly, the second-fastest split in all-time history. The relay's success can be attributed to the strategic splits and the exceptional performance of each swimmer, with Adam Chaney, Andy Dobrzanski, and Jonny Kulow all contributing strong splits.

  • The 2026 NCAA Division I Championships took place in April 2026.

The players

Arizona State University (ASU)

A public research university located in Tempe, Arizona, known for its strong swimming and diving program.

Adam Chaney

A member of the ASU men's swimming and diving team who swam the leadoff leg of the record-breaking 200 medley relay.

Andy Dobrzanski

A member of the ASU men's swimming and diving team who swam the breaststroke leg of the record-breaking 200 medley relay.

Ilya Kharun

A member of the ASU men's swimming and diving team who swam the butterfly leg of the record-breaking 200 medley relay and set the second-fastest 50 fly split in all-time history.

Jonny Kulow

A member of the ASU men's swimming and diving team who swam the anchor leg of the record-breaking 200 medley relay.

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What they’re saying

“This achievement not only marked a significant improvement over our previous record but also positioned us as the third-best team in all-time history for this event.”

— Adam Chaney, Member of ASU Men's Swimming and Diving Team

What’s next

The ASU men's swimming and diving team will look to defend their 200 medley relay title at the 2027 NCAA Championships.

The takeaway

ASU's record-breaking performance in the 200 medley relay showcases the team's dedication, skill, and potential to continue dominating the highly competitive world of college swimming.