Get ready for an exciting dive into the world of swimming! ASU's Dominant Sweep Over Arizona is a story that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
On February 6, 2026, the Hillenbrand Aquatic Center in Tucson, AZ, witnessed a thrilling conclusion to the regular season competitions. The ASU Sun Devils emerged victorious, with the women claiming their fourth consecutive win and the men securing their ninth.
But here's where it gets controversial... Ilya Kharun, a name that needs no introduction, split an incredible 18.94 seconds on the fly leg of the medley relay. This split not only secured ASU's win but also earned Kharun the 8th fastest 50 fly split in history!
In the men's recap, we uncover Kharun's remarkable achievement. He now owns an impressive seven of the top-10 fly splits of all time! But wait, there's more. Kharun, an Olympic medalist, recently made headlines by changing his international representation from Canada to the United States.
And this is the part most people miss... Kharun's split of 18.94 seconds can be broken down into two parts: 8.29 seconds and 10.65 seconds. This split, along with the contributions of his teammates, secured the win for ASU's 200 medley relay team.
Kharun's dominance continued as he won both fly events for the Sun Devils. He touched the wall at 44.24 seconds in the 100 fly, leaving Arizona's Haakon Naughton in his wake. In the 200 fly, Kharun swam a solid 1:38.58, just a second off his season and lifetime best.
But ASU's success wasn't limited to Kharun. Remi Fabiani, Reece Grady, Andy Dobrzanski, and Tolu Young all contributed to the team's victory with their individual event wins.
On the women's side, midseason addition Albane Cachot proved to be a game-changer for the Sun Devils. Her two event wins on Friday played a crucial role in ASU's tight 16-point victory over the Wildcats.
Alexa Reyna and Julia Ullmann also shone, each winning two individual events. Ullmann's performance in the 100 fly and 200 fly was particularly impressive, as she won both events by over a second.
Despite the loss, the Arizona women's team had their moments of glory. They took the top spot in both relays and both diving events, showcasing their talent and determination.
In a thrilling finish, Arizona wrapped up the meet with a win in the 200 freestyle relay, earning the NCAA 'A' cut and solidifying their position as one of the top teams in the country.
So, what do you think? Is ASU's sweep over Arizona a testament to their dominance, or did the Wildcats put up a good fight? Let's discuss in the comments and share our thoughts on this exciting match-up!
