Gladher has demonstrated his competitive prowess by winning several medals at the Swedish Short Course Championships at both junior and senior levels, though the specific championships and medal details have not been disclosed. He has also represented Sweden in the youth national team at international events, including the U23 European Championships in Slovakia, where his exact placements remain unknown. Additionally, he has participated in the Mare Nostrum competitions in France alongside the world elite, but the specific events and his results there have not been confirmed.
Despite pursuing studies at the national sports education program in Jönköping, Gladher has maintained active engagement with his local swimming club in Karlskrona, serving as an important role model for swimmers in Blekinge. The prize was presented by the culture and education committee chair Karolina Widerberg in the Karlskrona swimming hall on Wednesday, April 1, though the exact date in 2025 for the ceremony is unspecified. Gladher expressed his gratitude, stating that the prize means a lot to him and feels extra fun to be recognized on home ground.
This prize means a lot to me. It feels extra fun to be recognized on home ground.
Widerberg added that this year's prize recipient shows it is possible to combine elite sports with local engagement and that Axel is an inspiration for young people in Blekinge.