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Virginia Tech Swimmer Qualifies for the Olympics

Virginia Tech Hokie sophomore, Norbert Szabo, has completed one of his lifelong dreams. This past week Szabo participated in his native country's Olympic swim trials. The young man, from Budapest, will represent Hungary in the 800 meter freestyle event during the 2016 Olympic Games to be held in Rio later this summer. Congratulations Norbert, and best of luck!

Norbert Szabo will represent Hungary and the #H20kies in the upcoming Olympics! #RoadToRiohttps://t.co/F21oowFHCR pic.twitter.com/ZL2xHK0gEz

— VT Swimming & Diving (@VT_SwimDive) July 5, 2016

Several other Hokies also participated in the American qualifications held in Omaha, Nebraska this past week.