At La Défense Arena, the 100-meter butterfly event unfolded in a thrilling manner, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats. The race came down to a nail-biting finish between Kristóf Milák of Hungary and Canada's Josh Liendo.
Milák managed to touch the wall just ahead of Liendo, securing the gold medal by a margin of less than a tenth of a second. Despite Liendo's strong performance throughout the race, Milák's strategic move in the final meters allowed him to clinch the victory in a dramatic fashion.
The final results of the race were as follows:
- Gold: Kristóf Milák (Hungary) — 49.90
- Silver: Josh Liendo (Canada) — 49.99
- Bronze: Ilya Kharun (Canada) — 50.45
With Milák's impressive display of skill and determination, he emerged victorious in a closely contested event that showcased the athletes' exceptional talent and competitive spirit.