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Five Big Things From Day 1 At The Longhorn Elite Invite

Michael Phelps had a strong day one in Austin, winning the 100 free and finishing runner-up in the 100 fly.

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2016 Longhorn Elite Invite: Day 1 Finals Live Recap

David Nolan comes into the first finals session as the top seed in both the 100 free and 100 fly.

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2016 Longhorn Elite Invite: Day 1 Prelims Live Recap

Today marks the start of the 2016 Longhorn Elite Invite, which will serve as a final tuneup for some of the nation’s best ahead of Olympic Trials. Michael Phelps is entered in both the 100 free and 100 fly this morning.

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How to get the Michael Phelps Gold Cover Olympic Preview Issue

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5 Races To Watch At The 2016 Longhorn Elite Invite

Michael Phelps is the poster child for versatile athletes who can contribute to national free relays without being a pure sprint freestyler – and he’s not the only member of that group racing the 100 free in Austin.

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Speedo USA announces Missy Franklin Signature Series

“In her first year as a member of Team Speedo USA, Missy Franklin has already been a fantastic ambassador for our brand, particularly as a role model among women and young girls,” said Speedo USA VP of Marketing Pierre Martin.

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Michael Phelps Will Swim 4 Races At Final Olympic Trials Tuneup

2016 Longhorn Elite Invite June 3rd-5th, 2016 Austin, Texas (University of Texas Jamail Swim Center) Prelims start at 9:30 AM,…

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Ryan Lochte Loves ‘Belly’ (Video)

Take a stab at what you think American swimmers Ryan Lochte, Matt Grevers and Missy Franklin each cite as their favorite movie.

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Olympic Trials Preview: Franklin, Dirado to Fend Off Teens in 200 Back

The 19& under U.S. talent in the backstroke is starting to creep up on the tried-and-true Olympians up top, and Missy & co. will need to be on their game in the 200 back finals at Trials.

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30th Anniversary Of Top Gun Is Our Excuse To Give Swimmers Nicknames

If Michael Phelps were a fighter pilot in the movie ‘Top Gun’, what would he use as his call sign?

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6 Reasons to Love the Michael Phelps Gold Cover Olympic Preview Issue

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Dana Vollmer Swims 53.59, Her Fastest 100 Free Since 2009

Since coming out of retirement last summer, Dana Vollmer has made a splash in more than just the 100 fly. This morning in Charlotte at Arena Pro Swim, she swam textile best 53.59 in the 100 free to grab top seed.

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Manuel, Smith, and Schmitt Set New Benchmarks in Race for Olympic Gold

After their lifetime best performances at the Atlanta Classic and Charlotte Pro Swim, Simone Manuel and Leah Smith are in good position to earn an Olympic 800 free relay bid.

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Speedo® Unveils Fastskin LZR Racer 2016 Federation Suits

Speedo International, the world’s leading swimwear brand, today unveiled its line-up of federation swim suits ahead of this year’s summer…

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Olympic Athletes Offer Swim Safety Tips for Water Safety Month

With the swimming season here, the USA Swimming Foundation kicks off National Water Safety Month with personal water safety tips from six Olympic gold medalists. These tips will help parents and guardians keep their children safer in the water this season.

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