BUDAPEST (Hungary) - The disqualification of Justin Ress (USA) in the Men’s 50m Backstroke Final at the 19th FINA World Championships was appealed by his National Federation. Following a review of the event, the appeal was upheld and Mr Ress was awarded the gold medal.
Official Results of the Men's 50m Backstroke Final
1. Justin Ress (USA)
2. Hunter Armstrong (USA)
3. Ksawery Masiuk (POL)
We’re not crying, you're crying 🥹🥇@ArmstrongH_ passes on his gold to @LilJRess as the 50m back DQ is overturned!
— USA Swimming (@USASwimming) June 25, 2022
🥇: Ress
🥈: Armstrong #FINABudapest2022 pic.twitter.com/vakAtbuczi