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Ardeleanu is a talented freestyler.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding his commitment, he said:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>&#8220;I am proud and honoured to announce my verbal commitment to The Ohio State University to pursue an academic and athletic career at the Division I level! I want to thank my parents for making this possible, as well as Coach Ian, Coach Jorge, Coach Kim, Coach Ulf, and Cobra Swim Club for allowing me to do the sport I love and for taking a chance on a 13-year-old boy who had never swam competitively a day in his life. Who knew it would lead to this? You have single-handedly helped shape me into the person and athlete I am today, and I will always be grateful to everyone who supported and believed in me. I also want to thank Coach Bill, Coach Norm, the entire Ohio State staff and athletes for making it feel like home and believing in my potential. The work is just beginning\u2026 GO BUCKS&#8221;<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Ardeleanu trains year-round with Cobra Swim Club where he owns several club records. He most recently competed at the Canadian Open in April where he placed eighth in the 200 free and 11th in the 400m free. 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