He would certainly have preferred to enjoy his vacation rather than having to go under the knife…
Lukas Märtens (22) underwent successful nose surgery last Friday. Many fans knew nothing about the operation on our Olympic swimming champion (400 meter freestyle) until Monday evening. The gold hero made the procedure public on Instagram, writing: “Operation went well. Now things will calm down a bit.”
Now Märtens speaks exclusively to BILD about his operation: “There were no complications whatsoever. In the days that followed, I did have to deal with some pain and bleeding, but that is nothing unusual after such an operation.”
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According to BILD information, Märtens’ nasal septum was straightened and the nasal turbinate was reduced in size at the Berlin Charité. The operation was planned long before the Olympic Games in Paris. The reason: In the past, the Magdeburg native suffered from recurring problems with his paranasal sinuses.
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That’s why he had to take a break from training for almost three months starting in autumn 2023. Full training was only possible again from December – and yet the exceptional athlete became Olympic champion this summer!
Märtens is optimistic: “If the healing process continues to go as well as it has so far, I will be able to start light strength training again in about two weeks and maybe even go back into the water a week later.”
After receiving numerous awards (including the SportBild Award and the Sports Walk of Fame in Magdeburg), our Olympic hero has big plans for the future. Next year, the World Swimming Championships will take place in Singapore (27 July to 3 August 2025). Märtens is still missing the World Championship title in his collection.
Märtens with world-class coach Bernd Berkhahn at the ceremonial unveiling of a granite bronze plate on the Magdeburg “Sports Walk of Fame”
Photo: Christian Schroedter
The freestyle specialist at the SportBild Award in Hamburg: “I still have a lot ahead of me. I won’t rest. As an Olympic champion, you can fall relatively low. I know that. You have to do a lot to stay up there.”
He has already taken the first steps towards this with his nose operation.
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Lukas Märtens Undergoes Successful Nose Surgery: Olympic Champion Optimistic about Future
German swimming sensation Lukas Märtens, the reigning 400m freestyle Olympic champion, recently underwent nose surgery at the Berlin Charité [[3]]. The 22-year-old Olympic hero had been struggling with recurring problems with his paranasal sinuses, which led to a planned operation long before the Olympic Games in Paris.
According to BILD, Märtens’ nasal septum was straightened, and the nasal turbinate was reduced in size during the operation. The young athlete had to take a break from training for almost three months starting in autumn 2023, but he was back to full training by December. Despite the setback, Märtens went on to become the Olympic champion this summer, a testament to his dedication and determination [[1]].
Speaking exclusively to BILD, Märtens expressed relief that the operation went well, stating, “There were no complications whatsoever. In the days that followed, I did have to deal with some pain and bleeding, but that is nothing unusual after such an operation.” He also shared his optimism about his recovery, saying, “If the healing process continues to go as well as it has so far, I will be able to start light strength training again in about two weeks and maybe even go back into the water a week later.” [[2]]
Märtens has already received numerous awards, including the SportBild Award and the Sports Walk of Fame in Magdeburg, and he has big plans for the future. Next year, the World Swimming Championships will take place in Singapore (27 July to 3 August 2025), and Märtens is still missing the World Championship title in his collection.
As he recovers from his surgery, Märtens remains committed to his training and is determined to continue making waves in the swimming world. His inspiring story serves as a reminder that even the most exceptional athletes face setbacks, but with hard work and perseverance, they can overcome any obstacle.
About Lukas Märtens
Lukas Märtens is a German swimmer born on December 27, 2001. He is the reigning 400m freestyle Olympic champion and has been making a name for himself in the swimming world with his incredible talent and dedication. Märtens has been learning daily lessons from his idol Florian Wellbrock and has launched himself into Olympic contention [[2]].
Optimistic about the Future
As Märtens looks to the future, he remains optimistic about his recovery and his chances at the World Swimming Championships next year. With his determination and commitment to his training, there is no doubt that this young athlete will continue to make waves in the swimming world.
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What motivated Lukas Märtens to undergo nose surgery before the Olympic Games?
Lukas Märtens: The Olympic Champion’s Journey After Nose Surgery
Lukas Märtens, the 22-year-old German swimmer and Olympic champion, recently underwent successful nose surgery to address recurring problems with his paranasal sinuses. The operation, which took place at the Berlin Charité, involved straightening Märtens’ nasal septum and reducing the size of his nasal turbinate [[2]].
The Olympic gold medalist in the 400m freestyle event made the announcement public on Instagram, stating, “Operation went well. Now things will calm down a bit.” Speaking exclusively to BILD, Märtens revealed, “There were no complications whatsoever. In the days that followed, I did have to deal with some pain and bleeding, but that is nothing unusual after such an operation.” [[2]]
The decision to undergo surgery was made long before the Olympic Games in Paris, as Märtens had been experiencing issues with his paranasal sinuses in the past. This led to a three-month break from training in autumn 2023. Despite the setback, Märtens went on to win the Olympic championship title this summer, demonstrating his exceptional athleticism and dedication to his craft.
Looking ahead, Märtens is optimistic about his recovery, stating, “If the healing process continues to go as well as it has so far, I will be able to start light strength training again in about two weeks and maybe even go back into the water a week later.” [[2]]With his sights set on the future, Märtens is determined to add the World Championship title to his collection, with the World Swimming Championships taking place in Singapore from July 27 to August 3, 2025.
Märtens has already been recognized for his achievements, having won the SportBild Award and been inducted into the Sports Walk of Fame in Magdeburg [[2]]. As he continues to recover and prepare for the next chapter in his swimming career, fans around the world will be eagerly following his progress.
To learn more about Lukas Märtens and his remarkable journey, you can visit his Wikipedia page [[1]]. For those interested in surgical procedures similar to Märtens’, you can explore resources like the IBD Clinical and Research Center, which specializes in surgical procedures such as bowel resection with anastomosis and strictureplasty [[3]].
Lukas Märtens’ decision to undergo nose surgery is a testament to his commitment to his sport and his determination to overcome adversity. As he recovers and sets his sights on future championships, fans can expect to see more impressive performances from this talented young athlete.
