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2022 U.S. Trials Previews: Murphy’s Law In Men’s 200 Back

Ryan Murphy is not only the undisputed favorite in the men’s 200 backstroke at the U.S. World Trials, but is probably the top pick for gold in Budapest.

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Daniel Li, Matthew Chai Highlight CIF-SS Spring H.S. Meet of Champions

Both Li and Chai moved into 30th all-time in their respective age group rankings in the boys’ 15-16 100 breast and 17-18 500 free, respectively.

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Ruta Meilutyte Hits World Championships Qualifying Time In 100 Breaststroke

Olympic champion Ruta Meilutyte produced a World Championships-worthy time in the women’s 100m breaststroke on the final day of the Lithuanian Championships.

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Danielle Hill Hits New Irish National Record In 100 Free

Olympian Danielle Hill entered entirely new territory for her nation in the women’s 100m freestyle, posting a new Irish record.

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Futures Qualifier Samantha Arredondo Commits to Fresno State

Samantha Arredondo has committed to Division I mid-major Fresno State, likely filling a need for the Bulldogs at breaststroke.

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William Little Announces Commitment to Washington University-St. Louis for 2022

Breaststroker William Little from Jonesboro, Arkansas has announced his commitment to Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri for the 2022 school year. 

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SwimSwam Pulse: 56.5% Say Märtens’ Stock Rose Most During International Trials

Germany’s Lukas Märtens now leads the 2021-22 world rankings in the men’s 200, 400, 800 and 1500 freestyle events.

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Olympic Gold Medalist Andrew Wilson Officially Retires From Swimming

U.S. Olympic gold medalist Andrew Wilson, one of the top male breaststrokers in the U.S. over the last number of years, officially retired on Friday.

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Pick The Winners: SwimSwam’s Pick ‘Em Contest For 2022 U.S. Trials Is Here!

Who are you backing for Budapest? The Official SwimSwam Pick ‘Em Contest for the U.S. World Trials is now live, with prizes brought to you by Speedo USA.

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Absences: Big College Names McHugh, Magahey, & Mefford Out of Trials

Two-time defending NCAA Champion in the 100 breast Max McHugh had as good of a shot as anyone as cracking the top two in that race at next week’s Trials.

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2022 U.S. Trials Previews: Smith Returns For Redemption In Women’s 200 Back

After falling to third at the 2021 U.S. Olympic Trials, Regan Smith is out to reclaim her spot as the top American woman in the 200 backstroke.

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SwimSwam Breakdown: 2022 US World Champ Trials – Men’s Preview

We narrowed down our Top 5 most-anticipated events on the men’s side to bicker over for your viewing and listening pleasure.

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arena Swim of the Week: 17-Year-Old Diogo Matos Ribeiro Blasts 23.28 50 Fly

Ribeiro, left, has now set three Portuguese Records in the last three weeks, including two that had stood since 2009.

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Six Swimmers Named To Mexico’s Worlds Roster, Eight For World Juniors

Former University of Arizona swimmer Jorge Iga is among the six swimmers named to the Mexican roster for the 2022 World Championships.

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Spain Names 9 Swimmers for 2022 World Championships

Hugo Gonzalez is among a 9-swimmer Spanish team for the World Championships in June; Spain has also named a preliminary European Championships roster.

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