U.S. Swimmer Hunter Armstrong to Compete in the Enhanced Games as a Non-Enhanced Athlete
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Enhanced (APAD) announced that U.S. swimmer Hunter Armstrong will compete at the inaugural Enhanced Games in Las Vegas on May 24, 2026 as a non-enhanced athlete. Armstrong, 25, is a two-time Olympic gold medalist and former 50m backstroke world record holder who will not enter the Enhanced medical protocol.
The company said Armstrong will test transparently and race under international testing standards, adding depth to the men's swimming field for the event.
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News Market Reaction – APAD
In the Mar 3 session, APAD declined 0.10%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.
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Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 12 | S-4 filing step | Positive | +0.0% | Form S-4 filing advancing the Enhanced business combination with APAD. |
| Jan 26 | Athletes cleared | Positive | +0.4% | Five additional athletes medically cleared to compete at Enhanced Games. |
| Jan 20 | Weightlifting roster add | Positive | +0.3% | Five internationally recognized weightlifters confirmed for inaugural event. |
| Jan 12 | Sprinting field add | Positive | -0.1% | Six international sprinters added to deepen men’s and women’s sprint fields. |
| Jan 07 | Record lift attempt | Positive | -0.1% | Hafþór Björnsson announced to attempt new deadlift world record at Games. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Announcements about new athlete signings and event build-out have often produced small price moves, with a mix of mild alignment and divergence versus the generally positive tone.
Recent news for APAD has centered on building out the inaugural Enhanced Games and progressing its business combination with Enhanced Ltd. In November 2025, A Paradise disclosed a proposed combination and related risks, followed by multiple Form 425 communications and a Form S-4 filing on Feb 12, 2026. Parallel press releases through January 2026 highlighted additions across sprinting, weightlifting, and other fields, plus a record-attempt event. Together, these paint a trajectory of filling the May 24, 2026 program while advancing the SPAC transaction.
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– Two-Time Team
– 50 Meter Backstroke World Record Holder Will Not Enter Enhanced Medical Program –
"I am excited to challenge myself and compete in the first-ever Enhanced Games, and do so as a non-enhanced athlete," said Armstrong. "I appreciate having autonomy over this decision, providing me the ability to race as a natural athlete in accordance with all international testing standards."
"Hunter is currently one the world's most accomplished swimmers and his addition only further elevates the competitive strength of our men's swimming field," said Rick Adams, Chief Sporting Officer for the Enhanced Games. "His ability to participate as a non-enhanced athlete and transparently test throughout demonstrates our flexible model at work and the respect we hold for other international sporting organizations regulations."
Nicknamed "The Magic Man", Armstrong, 25 is a two-time Olympic gold medalist for Team
About Enhanced Business Combination Agreement
On November 26, 2025 Enhanced Ltd ("Enhanced" or the "Company") announced it entered into a definitive business combination agreement with A Paradise Acquisition Corp. ("A Paradise") (NASDAQ: APAD), a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), with the intent to bring its global sports business to the
About The Enhanced Games
The Enhanced Games will champion scientific innovation and integrity in elite sporting competition. Enhanced believes in an objective, evidence-based approach to competition, one that celebrates athletic excellence and unlocks athletes' full potential. The Enhanced Games is not only creating a sporting event that is thrilling for spectators but also a beacon for scientific transparency and athlete welfare. By putting athletes first, it gives them the opportunity to reach their full potential and be compensated accordingly, all while ensuring their safety through rigorous medical supervision and scientific oversight. The inaugural Enhanced Games will take place on May 24, 2026 and will be held at a purpose-built competition complex at Resorts World Las Vegas. The Games will offer unprecedented financial incentives to athletes.
About Enhanced Ltd
Enhanced, is an elite sports competition and performance products company committed to giving athletes and people alike access to products that optimize their health, performance and recovery. The Enhanced Performance Product line provides consumers access to products, and protocols that optimize health, longevity and vitality. As a premium brand, Enhanced aims to revolutionize and lead the Performance Medicine category.
For more information about mission of Enhanced please visit www.enhanced.com
Contact
Chris Jones
Chief Communications Officer, Enhanced Games
Manny Cedeno
Berk Communications
EnhancedGames@Berkcommunications.com
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