João de Lucca has hung up his swim suit for his family and future in coaching. But before he did that, he won back-to-back NCAA titles in the Men's 200 Free for the University of Louisville. He is a 3x Pan-American Champion and represented Brazil in the last two Olympiads.
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"This has been the best year of my life." - João de Lucca
The only thing that kept him going was the Olympic medal and at the end of the day he wasn't willing to sacrifice what it takes.
The coaches that have mentored him.
Winning the 200 Free at 2013 NCAA's. Dax Hill throwing up after Prelims. Clapping with his feet in celebration.
Beating Marcelo in the 100 Free.
Going 1:46.4 to win the 200 Free at Pan-Am's.
Swimming in a home Olympics.
How can you give back to Brazilian Swimming?
His most memorable swim sets.
And much more!
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