Caeleb Dressel Sets New American Record at 46.96 in Men’s 100 Freestyle
In the finals of the men’s 100 freestyle Thursday, Caeleb Dressel nearly took down Cesar Cielo’s legendary 100 freestyle World Record, touching in 46.96,
North America: US Men’s 200 IM/Women’s 800 FR-R Winning Streak Snapped
While the Americans earned 6 medals during the day 5 finals session, the men’s 200 IM and women’s 800 free relay winning streak were snapped.
SS HYPE MACHINE: Kristof Milak Did It Once, Can He Get the 100 FL World Record?
Kristof Milak already broke the 2009 world record in the 200 fly, is he up for another Phelps fly world record?
Ryan Lochte Will Make Competitive Return at U.S. Nationals
After a 14-month competitive ban, Ryan Lochte will make his return to racing at the 2019 U.S. National Championships in Palo Alto, California, next week.
World Record-Holder Katie Ledecky 95% Sure She’ll Swim 800 Free
American world record-holder Katie Ledecky is 95% sure that she’ll swim the 800 freestyle at Worlds after scratching both the 200 and 1500 frees.
Watch Day 5 Race Videos From the 2019 FINA World Championships
Winners include: Daiya Seto, 200 IM; Olivia Smoliga, 50 back; Caeleb Dressel, 100 free; Boglarka Kapas, 200 fly; and Australia, women’s 4 x 200 free relay.
2019 World Championships: Pancake Hot Take – Day 5 Finals
The facts are that 2 teams broke 1 world record, 1 guy tied another world record, and 1 guy almost broke ANOTHER world record. I’ve got to give Day 5…
Olympic Achievement: Counsilman-Hunsaker Teams with Myrtha for U.S. Trials Pool
Counsilman Hunsaker, Myrtha Pools, and USA Swimming collaborated on the design for the U.S. Olympic Trials training, warmup and competition pools in Omaha.
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Manufacturer: Worlds Backstroke Ledges Designed as ‘Assist,’ Not ‘Platform’
Worlds backstroke ledge manufacturer Myrtha Pools is working with Omega to improve the design in light of issues early in the meet.
US Women’s 800 Free Relay Breaks American Record in Silver Medal Swim
Simone Manuel (above) led off in a lifetime best, and her Stanford teammate Katie Ledecky had a big bounce-back swim as the Americans broke a National Record.
Olivia Smoliga Sets American Record, Wins Women’s 50 Back Gold
Olivia Smoliga set a new American Record en route to winning gold in the final of the women’s 50 back, clocking a time of 27.33.
Lilly King’s 200 Breast DQ Upheld After Lengthy Protest and Appeal Process
After a lengthy appeal process, Lilly King’s 200 breaststroke disqualification for a “non-simultaneous touch” on her first turn will stand.
2019 Worlds: US Streak of Men’s 200 IM Golds Ends at 8 as Kalisz Takes Bronze
Japan’s Daiya Seto won the event, meaning for the first time since 2001, a non-American will stand atop the men’s 200 IM podium at Worlds.
Katie Ledecky to Return to Competition for the USA in 4×200 Free Relay
After scratching the 200 free prelims and 1500 free final due to illness, the USA’s Katie Ledecky will return to competition tonight in Gwangju.
2019 FINA World Aquatics Championships: Day 5 Finals Preview
American Chase Kalisz’ pursual for the 9th-straight US world title in the 200 IM will continue while Hali Flickinger could make history in the 200 fly.
