U.S. Swimmer Hunter Armstrong to Compete in the Enhanced Games as a Non-Enhanced Athlete

Rhea-AI Summary

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.

Key Figures

Hunter Armstrong age: 25 Event date: May 24, 2026 Trust investments: $201,375,529 +5 more

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Hunter Armstrong age 25 Age of athlete joining inaugural Enhanced Games

Event date May 24, 2026 Date of inaugural Enhanced Games in Las Vegas

Trust investments $201,375,529 Investments held in trust as of Sep 30, 2025 (10-Q)

Cash outside trust $1,454,749 Cash outside trust as of Sep 30, 2025 (10-Q)

Net income $1,479,282 Q3 2025 net income for A Paradise Acquisition Corp. (10-Q)

Interest income $1,379,950 Interest income on trust investments in Q3 2025 (10-Q)

G&A expenses $173,657 General and administrative expenses in Q3 2025 (10-Q)

Units offered 20,000,000 units at $10.00 IPO units and price for SPAC offering (10-Q)

Market Reality Check

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Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Feb 12 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	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.

Pattern Detected

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 Company History

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.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement adds a decorated U.S. swimmer to the inaugural Enhanced Games roster as a non-enha...

Analysis

This announcement adds a decorated U.S. swimmer to the inaugural Enhanced Games roster as a non-enhanced athlete, reinforcing the event’s mix of traditional and enhanced competition models. Prior news and SEC filings have framed the business as early stage and highly dependent on the May 24, 2026 Games and the proposed business combination with Enhanced Ltd. Investors may watch for further athlete signings, regulatory milestones, and execution updates around the inaugural event.

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– Two-Time Team USA Olympic Gold Medalist & 17-Time World Champion is a Massive Addition to Men's Swim Field on May 24th in Las Vegas –

– 50 Meter Backstroke World Record Holder Will Not Enter Enhanced Medical Program –

NEW YORK, March 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Enhanced, the elite sports competition and direct-to-consumer products company committed to giving athletes and people alike the ability to optimize their health, performance and recovery, today announced that United States swimmer Hunter Armstrong has agreed to compete in the inaugural Enhanced Games on May 24, 2026 in Las Vegas. Armstrong, 25, has confirmed he will take on the men's swimming field as a non-enhanced athlete and will not be participating in the Enhanced medical protocol.

"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 USA at both the Tokyo (2020) and Paris (2024) games and the former world record holder in the 50m backstroke (2022). In Tokyo, he earned gold in the 4x100m medley and gold again in the 4x100m freestyle during the Paris games. Armstrong also earned a silver medal in Paris in the 4x100m medley. He is a highly-decorated world championship swimmer with multiple victories and medals to his credit.

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 U.S. public markets. The transaction is pending regulatory review by the United States Securities Exchange Commission (SEC). On February 12, 2026 A Paradise and Enhanced jointly announced an update with the public filing of a registration statement on Form S-4 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") in connection with their previously announced proposed business combination.

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

media@enhanced.com

Manny Cedeno

Berk Communications

EnhancedGames@Berkcommunications.com 

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FAQ

Who is Hunter Armstrong and what did he agree to for the Enhanced Games (APAD)?

Hunter Armstrong is a two-time Olympic gold medalist and former 50m backstroke world record holder. According to Enhanced, he agreed to compete at the inaugural Enhanced Games on May 24, 2026 in Las Vegas as a non-enhanced athlete, foregoing the medical protocol.

What does it mean that Hunter Armstrong will compete as a non-enhanced athlete at the Enhanced Games (APAD)?

Competing as non-enhanced means Armstrong will not enter the Enhanced medical program and will race as a natural athlete. According to Enhanced, he will follow international testing standards and submit to transparent testing throughout the event preparations and competition period.

When and where will Hunter Armstrong swim at the inaugural Enhanced Games (APAD)?

Hunter Armstrong will swim on May 24, 2026 in Las Vegas at the inaugural Enhanced Games. According to Enhanced, his participation is confirmed for the men's swimming field on that date, enhancing the event lineup.

How does Hunter Armstrong’s participation affect the men's swimming field at the Enhanced Games (APAD)?

Armstrong’s entry strengthens the competitive depth of the men's swim field due to his Olympic medals and world record background. According to Enhanced, his presence elevates the event and demonstrates their flexible model for athlete choices and testing transparency.

Will Hunter Armstrong follow the Enhanced Games testing protocols for the Las Vegas event (APAD)?

Armstrong will not enter the Enhanced medical protocol but will undergo transparent testing consistent with international standards. According to Enhanced, he chose autonomy to compete as a natural athlete while submitting to testing throughout the competition timeframe.

What are Hunter Armstrong’s major swimming credentials noted for the Enhanced Games (APAD)?

Armstrong is a 25-year-old two-time Olympic gold medalist (Tokyo 2020, Paris 2024) and former 50m backstroke world record holder (2022). According to Enhanced, he also earned multiple world championship medals and will join the Las Vegas roster on May 24, 2026.