By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam
NCAA Championships qualifier Stepan Goncharov has switched his international representation from Russia to Bahrain and will race in Bahraini colors at the Asian Games later this week.
Goncharov confirmed the change to SwimSwam, saying Bahrain allowed him to compete internationally while he works toward his goal of competing at the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028.
“It was definitely not a decision I made overnight. I’m really grateful for everything I’ve experienced in Russia and for the people I’ve met.” Goncharov told SwimSwam. “Bahrain gave me an opportunity to continue competing internationally, build something new, and work toward my long-term goals, including the 2028 Olympics, which I really appreciate.”
Despite not having family in or from Bahrain, Goncharov decided the best path forward was to move on from Russia.
Back in March, another NCAA qualifier officially announced the decision to represent Bahrain: Michel Arkhangelskiy, who was born in Russia but lived as a political refugee in France, and will be racing for Cal this college season.
Goncharov is set to race the 50 back, 100 back, 100 free, and a few relays for Bahrain at the Asian Games.
As a collegiate swimmer, Goncharov raced at this past season’s NCAA Championships with the LSU Tigers, competing on three relays; splitting 20.88 on the leadoff leg of the 200 medley relay (10th), a 19.20 split on the 200 free relay (19.20), and leadoff the 400 free relay in 43.24 (19th).
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