Claire Curzon has been named a finalist for the 2026 Honda Sport Award for swimming and diving, according to an announcement from the Collegiate Women’s Sports Awards.
Virginia is one of four finalists along with junior Lucy Bell, Tori Huske and Sophie Verzil.
The Honda Sport Award is presented annually and recognizes the top female athletes in 12 NCAA sports, described by organizers as representing “the best of the best in collegiate athletics.”
The winner will advance as a finalist for Collegiate Woman Athlete of the Year and the 2026 Honda Cup, which will be awarded in July.
The finalists were selected by a panel from the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America, with the final decision to be made through votes from NCAA member schools.
Curzon earned a nomination to the 2026 NCAA Championships after an outstanding season, where she won six titles.
These included individual wins in the 100 and 200 backstroke, as well as four relay wins.
He also helped the University of Virginia capture its sixth consecutive national championship and was named the ACC Championship Most Valuable Swimmer.
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