Luke Axisa Smashes Long‑Standing National Record

Glide Aquatics standout Luke Axisa has rewritten the national record books after setting a new Official Malta National Age Group D Record in the 100m Butterfly, touching in 57.63 at the prestigious 2026 TYR Futures Swim Meet in Madison, USA.

The TYR Futures series is one of the USA’s elite end‑of‑season competitions, showcasing some of the fastest rising swimmers from across the country. Axisa’s performance stood out not only for its speed but for its significance the previous Maltese record had remained untouched for 13 years, underlining the scale of his achievement.

For Glide Aquatics, Axisa’s swim is a milestone moment, reflecting both his dedication and the club’s growing competitive presence abroad. His coaches praised his composure and execution on race day, noting that he continues to thrive in high‑pressure environments.

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