Beata Nelson Announces Engagement After Winning World Cup Overall Title

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What a week it was for Beata Nelson.

After a dominating performance at the 2022 FINA World Cup, winning the women’s overall title on Saturday night in Indianapolis, Nelson announced her engagement to Michael Milinovich on Monday.

“Forever sounds great. What a weekend,” Beata Nelson posted on Instagram.

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Nelson scored 173.7 points at the three stops, holding off Hong Kong’s Siobhan Haughey (165.9).

“I had no expectations coming into this. I just saw it as a great racing opportunity in short-course meters. That is in my wheelhouse and I wanted to take full advantage. I am really happy with the results,” Beata Nelson said. “My family is in the stands, my boyfriend, club coaches all are watching this happen. It is super meaningful. This pool has been a place of special memories for me in the past. It is really cool to get it done on home soil.”

On Saturday in Indianapolis, Nelson performed a difficult double to clinch the title, winning the 200 backstroke (2:00.43) and 200 IM (2:04.92).

“Especially after that loss in the 100 backstroke, I wanted to give myself the best opportunity to rack up some points,” Beata Nelson said. “It was a great opportunity, so it was a no-brainer for me (to do the double). I had to get through the morning, but I felt good about where I was tonight. What a great way to finish it off.”

It turns out a greater way to finish off the week was just around the corner.

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