In light of Pan Zhanle's surprise 100 Free world record (46.80) at the 2024 World Championships, we spoke with Olympic Champion Nathan Adrian to get his insight. Adrian wasn't surprised that Cesar Cielo's mark stood since 2009 but now we've seen two men break it in just 1.5 years, saying that once athletes see what is possible their bar is automatically set higher, meaning their ceiling is as well.

0:00 When will Nathan Adrian grow his hair out?
1:27 100 Free World Record (46.80)
9:15 Jack Alexy
12:00 2008 Olympic Redshirt Year
13:54 Doha World Champs
20:30 Cal Mentality at NCAAs
24:55 What Could Nathan Go in a 50m Free Right Now?
29:15 The Team USA XFactor (Katie Ledecky 800 Free at Sectionals)