In the fall of 2012, Shane Tusup was asked to become more involved in Katinka Hosszu’s swimming career. That request came from his girlfriend, Katinka Hosszu, who suggested that he coach her. Deep down, he said, he knew it could work, but he also knew that someday they might come to regret it.
With no blueprint to follow, they married and forged a professional coupling that has produced six world championship medals, including four golds; two female swimmer of the year awards; and a world record. Along the way, their relationship has become a cause célèbre on the pool deck.