Giving in to peer pressure isn’t what made Caeleb Dressel the icon that he is. The 7-time Olympic gold medalist has announced that the first weeks of 2024 won’t see him returning to his element as the swimming world gears up for the TYR Pro Series in Knoxville. In his recent social media update, Dressel disclosed his decision to stay away from the year’s first major event to tend to his family responsibilities.

Only last month, Caeleb and his wife Meghan took over the internet with wholesome images of the couple basking in happiness. Along with struggling to find his mojo back, Caeleb also revealed that he and Meghan have been expecting a baby and it looks like the soon-to-be dad has his priorities straight in the face of professional adversities.

Caeleb Dressel has his priorities straightened out

In his latest Instagram story, Caeleb has revealed that he will not be starting his Olympic journey right now. “I will not be at the Knoxville Pro Swim event this weekend“, writes the swimming sensation. Along with this, Dressel also hinted at the main reason behind this unprecedented reason. The high school sweethearts tied the knot in 2021 after being engaged for two years. Now, it looks like the family is gearing up to welcome the newest member.

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“We are a little too close to Meghan’s due date“, informed Dressel in his social media story. However, Caeleb also looks forward to getting back in his game. “Wish I could be there!“, penned the swimming star, but it looks like the tournament isn’t enough to take Caeleb away from his family right now.

Nevertheless, after clinching victory at the 2023 US Open, Dressel is all girded up to continue his winning spree in Paris this July.

Caeleb’s determined hunt for the top spot

After a difficult patch, both physically and mentally, Caeleb made his triumphant return at last year’s US Open by winning the 100m butterfly event. With Dressel acknowledging publicly that his quest for perfection often makes him feel dissatisfied with his performance, fans believe the 27-year-old will surely bounce back as the 2024 Paris Olympics inches closer.

Read more: “What Did I Do Wrong”: Despite 7 Olympic Medals, Swimming Star Caeleb Dressel Reflects on His Vulnerable Side

Now, as the Olympic icon prepares for another shot at gold in the French capital later this year, Caeleb and Meghan are all set to welcome their child to the world and embrace the journey of parenthood.

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