Up next in the men's competition is Zach Picton. Zach placed 19th at the World Aquatics Championships in Doha 2024 and is looking forward to competing in the World Championships in Singapore 2025. 

We put Zach into the question-and-answer hot seat. Here's what we got from him:

Dream Dive Landmark: Statue of Liberty

Zach dreams big, and when asked where he’d love to dive, his answer was iconic. “The Statue of Liberty would be sick,” he said. 

Favorite Competition Destination: Switzerland

Zach has competed in stunning locations, but one stands out. “Switzerland,” he shared. “I’ve done a couple of competitions there. The landscapes, the lakes, and the mountains are just picturesque. Beautiful.”

Ideal Celebrity Spectator: Togi from Instagram

When asked which celebrity he’d invite to watch him dive, Zach had an unconventional pick. “Togi,” he said. “He’s a fitness influencer on Instagram. I think he’s the funniest guy alive.” 

Pre-Dive Ritual: Heavy Metal Hype

Unlike many divers who calm themselves before a dive, Zach takes a different approach. “Anything metal, anything to get me going,” he said. “I like to super psych myself up on the platform. A lot of the divers calm themselves down, but I like to be hyped and ready. So, if I smack, I’ll take it like a champ!”

Aiming for High Diving History

Zach is pushing the limits of the sport with his ambitious dive goals. “a reverse quint,” he said when asked about his dream dive. “This has not been done yet in the world. I hope to be the first to do.”