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Caspar Corbeau on Swimming 50 Fly in Medley: “I thought it was a joke at first”

TEXAS VS. VIRGINIA

Caspar Corbeau, Texas’ top breaststroke, knew he could swim a good 50 fly. But he didn’t think that would mean he’d be Texas’ #1 option on Friday for the 200 medley relay. However, the Oregon native suited up and embraced the role, splitting a vital 20.08 to help power Texas narrowly past Virginia for the win.

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Happy Slappy
2 years ago

Eddie is still smarter than everyone

Swammer
2 years ago

Not gonna lie Caspar, so did I. Nice job

JimSwim22
2 years ago

I remember the discussions about him needing to develop because they didn’t have a good breaststroker. How times have changed.

Chachi
Reply to  JimSwim22
2 years ago

Eddie and Wyatt saw something like in him as a junior in high school, when he was 6ā€™ 4ā€ and 170 lbs soaking wet.

Honest Observer
2 years ago

20.08 is no joke, particularly unshaved in November.

ArtVanDeLegh10
Reply to  Honest Observer
2 years ago

He just came back from a meet where he was trying to hit qualifying times for Iā€™m guessing short course worlds. I assumed he shaved for the meet but maybe not. Anyone know for sure?

Andrew
2 years ago

Corbeau probably has the fastest 50 breast, 50 fly and 50 free split on the team. Dude is an absolute beast.

yardfan
Reply to  Andrew
2 years ago

and a very nice young man as well.

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