Drew Kibler’s Worlds Trials Performances Hindered by Poison Ivy
Kibler missed out on all international rosters in the 4×200 free relay.
Return of the Lochte Rule: Abrahm Devine DQ’d At US Nats
As it did last summer, the so-called ‘Lochte Rule’ prohibiting IMers from underwater kicking on their backs outside of the backstroke leg has cropped up at the biggest American selection meet. This morning the rule nabbed Stanford’s Abrahm Devine, who was disqualified after posing a 4:17.55 that would have placed him fourth heading into the final.
Josh Prenot and Michael Weiss Absent from 400 IM Prelims
In the last heat of the men’s 400 IM today in Worlds Trials prelims, Josh Prenot of Cal and Michael Weiss of Wisconsin Aquatics did not show up to race.
Why does national Champ Kelsi Worrell need her Chucks? (Video)
Kelsi Worrell isn’t just sporting her Cardinal Red Converse at the Summer Nats just because they look good… but they do look good.
Townley Haas: “I have no idea where that 100 came from” (Video)
Townley Haas blew away the field, out very quickly in 50.85 and ultimately touching in 1:45.03 for the decisive win
Lilly King: “It’s embarrassing not making an Olympic final” (Video)
After missing the Olympic final last summer, Lilly King came through with a big swim in the 200 breast, clocking a big best time in 2:21.83
Michael Andrew Scratches 100 Fly On Day 3 At World Champ Trials
Michael Andrew has scratched the men’s 100 fly on day 3 at World Trials, opting to focus on the 50 breast and back.
Kathleen Baker: “I’ve gotten stronger and in better shape” (Video)
100 back Olympic silver medalist Kathleen Baker put on a dominant display in the 200 back final after foregoing the event at Olympic Trials last year
Ryan Murphy: “I’m finally getting to do my dream job” (Video)
The Cal duo of Ryan Murphy and Jacob Pebley came through as expected tonight, going 1-2 in times of 1:54.30 and 1:54.78
2017 U.S. World Trials: Day 2 Shows 4×200 Free Relays Ready to Go
Katie Ledecky and Townley Haas are the headlines on USA 4×200 relay squads that look strong heading into Budapest.
2017 U.S. World Trials: Day 2 Finals Live Recap
Jacob Pebley will look to qualify for his first LC World Championship team tonight in the men’s 200 back.
Top 5 Biggest Time Drops From Seed At Day 2 Of U.S. Nationals
As we did yesterday, we’re bringing you the top 5 time drops from seeds on day 2 of U.S. Nationals.
15-Year-Old Regan Smith Brings Return to U.S.’s Young Swimmer Legacy
Last year’s U.S. Olympic team was completely devoid of swimmers under 18. 15-year-old Regan Smith’s 2nd-place finish in the 200 back tonight shows a return to the U.S.’s young international-level swimmer tradition.
USA Swimming World Team Trials Day 2 Photo Vault
More tickets to Budapest punched and loads of fast swims marked day 2 at the 2017 USA Swimming World Team…
Pace Clark: “Jack said I know how to hurt the most he’s ever seen”
Clark blazed home in 29.47, the fastest in the field, to run down Kalisz and take the second spot in 1:54.58
