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2018 U.S. Nationals Previews: Franklin, Schmitt Go for 200 FR Comeback

There’s an obvious frontrunner in the American women’s 200 free field based on the past few seasons: distance superstar Katie Ledecky. Missy Franklin, the short course American Record holder, is looking to make a comeback though.

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2018 U.S. Nationals: Katie Ledecky Press Conference (Video)

Katie Ledecky rounded out the athletes that came to talk with the press today, and she gave us a gentle reminder. It’s not easy being Katie Ledecky

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2018 U.S. Nationals: Simone Manuel Press Conference (TYR Announcement)

Simone Manuel signed with TYR! Listen to what Simone has to say about that

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2018 British Summer C’ships Day 1: British Breaststroking Pride

Two-time Olympian Craig Benson threw down a new personal best, while 14-year-old Cameron Williams established a new British national age group record in the 100m breaststroke on day 1 of the 2018 British Summer Championships.

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2018 U.S. Nationals Preview: Open Water Upset For 2nd in Women’s 1500?

Leah Smith is the presumed runner-up in the women’s 1500, but with a handful of talented open water swimmers taking to the pool in Irvine, her position is in danger.

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Olympic, World Champ Simone Manuel Signs On With TYR

The last of the three big sponsorship dominoes has fallen, with Olympic and World champion sprinter Simone Manuel announcing a sponsorship deal with TYR.

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2018 U.S. Summer Nationals Pick’Em Contest is Live With Prizes

Pick ‘Em prizes are here. Many thanks to SwimSwam’s U.S. Nationals coverage sponsor, Speedo USA, for these prizes.

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2018 U.S. Nationals Preview: Adrian’s Trials Streak At Risk In 100 FR

Beginning in 2009, Nathan Adrian hasn’t lost the 100 freestyle at a U.S. selection meet. That streak goes on the line on Wednesday.

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2018 U.S. Pan Pacs Qualifying: How Many Doubles Needed?

Katie Ledecky should account for at least 3 doubles if she wins the 200, 400, 800 and 1500 frees. How many doubles are needed for Team USA to start selecting second, third and fourth-place finishers to the Pan Pacs roster?

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2018 U.S. Nationals: Nathan Adrian Press Conference (Video)

Nathan had a lot to say about the current doping climate as well, claiming the US as truly holding it’s athletes accountable to the rules they have set into place

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2018 U.S. Nationals: Ryan Murphy Press Conference (Video)

Ryan Murphy gave the media some past, present, and future

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2018 U.S. Nationals: Chase Kalisz Press Conference (Video)

Chase Kalisz rolled through the media room and discussed his preparation leading into nationals.

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2018 U.S. Nationals: Lilly King Press Conference (Video)

Lilly revealed that she isn’t all the way rested, and has been swimming with the junior national kids for the last couple weeks

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Blueseventy Swim of the Week: Louser Losing Time Fast In 400 IM

Last weekend, Jason Louser dropped four seconds off his long course 400 IM time, adding up to seven seconds dropped this season in that race.

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Arizona State Releases Statement on Bob Bowman Text Messages

Arizona State University, the primary employer of coach Bob Bowman, has released a statement regarding a series of text messages sent…

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