3 for 3 – Michael Phelps 2016 Olympic Trials Photo Vault
Michael Phelps has taken swimming to new heights and this week those peaks are now even higher. As the 2016…
Ian Silverman Withdraws from Rio Paralympic Consideration
Paralympic superstar Ian Silverman just posted on Facebook that he intends to withdraw his name from the Team USA roster before Rio Paralympic selection.
Weitzeil Becomes 3rd-Fastest American 50 Freestyler, Fastest Textile
Abbey Weitzeil and Madison Kennedy threw down the two fastest American textile 50 freestyles in history to become the third and fourth fastest American women in history.
2016 U.S. Olympic Trials: Day Seven Roster Update
Maya Dirado added her third individual event for Rio with a win in the 200 back with a new best of 2:06.90.
Anya Goeders Swims 3rd-Fastest 15-16 50 Free Ever Sans Kneeskin
In the semifinals of the women’s 50 free, Anya Goeders of the Mako Swim Team in Indiana swam a big new best time of 25.16, which now ranks her third all-time for the 15-16 age group.
Ledecky Swims 3rd-Fastest 800 Free All-Time (Her 3rd-Fastest Time)
Katie Ledecky posted her third-fastest time in her career, which also happens to be the third-fastest time in history, to win tonight’s 800 free
Different Man, Same Swimmer
Phelps immediately following his medal ceremony, to find his fiance and baby boy Boomer to share his happiness.
Maya DiRado Becomes 5th-Fastest American Female 200 Backstroker in History
Tonight, Maya DiRado scored her third championship of the week to become the fifth-fastest American 200 backstroker in history and the fourth-fastest swimmer in the world this year.
Rio Torch Relay Day 60: Foz Do Iguaçu
The torch relay continued its journey through Parana on day 60, visiting the city of Foz Do Iguaçu
2016 U.S. Olympic Trials: Day Seven Finals Preview
Katie Ledecky will go for a world record tonight, and with the way she swims her longer races, it’s hard to bet against her. If anything, she’ll add another time to the all-time top 10, where she owns all 10 times.
Chad Le Clos Records Two Wins on Second Day of Treviso Cup
On the second day of the Treviso Swim Cup Chad Le Clos won both the 100 fly and 200 free.
The Dark Knight Has Risen And His Name Is Zach Harting
While Batman’s alias has throughout history been Bruce Wayne, this week it’s been Louisville swimmer Zach Harting, who hasn’t shied away from revealing his true identity.
Clary: That’s the end of my competitive swimming career (Video)
After placing 3rd in the event that he won gold in at London, Tyler Clary has decided to hang up his goggles for good
Phelps on Lochte: He gave me a flat tire as we walked out (Video)
In the final stretch Phelps made sure to edge out in front and take the win in 1:55.91.
2016 U.S Olympic Trials: Day Seven Prelims Live Recap
This morning’s prelims are going to be short and sweet, at least for the first half of the morning.
