Olympian Reveals Car Accident That Left Him Fighting for Recovery Amid 13-Month Break

October 10, 2025, was the last time David Johnston stepped onto the competition pool deck. Representing the University of Texas against Alabama in Tuscaloosa, the American swimmer won both the 1,000-yard freestyle and the 500-yard freestyle. Since then, more than 13 months have passed, but he has yet to compete again. Although Johnston transferred from Texas to the University of Florida in April 2026, hoping for a fresh start with the Gators, his comeback never came.