BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Indiana redshirt junior swimmer and 2020 Olympian Michael Brinegar announced on Thursday that he will forgo his remaining collegiate eligibility and turn professional in pursuit of an Olympic return at the 2024 Paris games.
"I would like to announce that I am forgoing my final year of collegiate eligibility to turn pro and focus my training in preparation for the upcoming international schedule leading up to Paris 2024," Brinegar said. "I want to express my appreciation to [my coaches at IU] for the time and energy they invested in me during my time in Bloomington.