NJIT's Ahdut Wins 1650 Freestyle, Sets 2 School Records at Open Championships

Freshman Yonatan Ahdut claimed the 1650 freestyle title Sunday at the 2026 ECAC Open Championships, hosted by Bucknell University at Kinney Natatorium.

Ahdut touched first in 15:17.79 to earn the ECAC crown, breaking the NJIT school record in the event. He also set a new program mark in the 1000 freestyle with a 9:14.42.

"It was a great swim for Yonatan," said head coach Ron Farina. "It gave him an opportunity to swim a mile fresh and compete against some very fast competitors."