Olympic gold medalist in the 100m backstroke at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. A three-time Olympian (1988, 1992, 1996), he won gold, silver, and bronze medals across his Olympic career. He later became an IOC Athletes Commission member and prominent advocate for LGBTQ+ rights in sport.
| Event | Time | Meet | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100m Backstroke | 53.98 | [Legend] 1992 Olympic Games | 1992-07-26 |
| 100m Backstroke | 52.71 | [Legend] 1991 Canadian Trials | 1991-03-15 |
| 200m Backstroke | 2:00.15 | [Legend] 1991 World Championships | 1991-01-03 |
| 200m Backstroke | 1:55.93 | [Legend] 1991 World Cup Toronto | 1991-03-01 |
Mark Tewksbury's top personal bests include 100m Backstroke (53.98), 100m Backstroke (52.71), 200m Backstroke (2:00.15), 200m Backstroke (1:55.93).
Mark Tewksbury swims for Calgary Swimming.
Mark Tewksbury has competed in 11 meets.
Olympic gold medalist in the 100m backstroke at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. A three-time Olympian (1988, 1992, 1996), he won gold, silver, and bronze medals across his Olympic career. He later became an IOC Athletes Commission member and prominent advocate for LGBTQ+ rights in sport.