The U.S. Olympic swimming trials have witnessed remarkable performances, with 21-year-old Gretchen Walsh setting a world record in the women’s 100m butterfly. Walsh’s time of 55.18 seconds surpassed the previous record of 55.48 seconds set by Sarah Sjöström in 2016, marking a significant achievement in her career. The trials, held at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, have been the stage for intense competition and record-breaking moments.Katie Ledecky, a seasoned Olympian, qualified for her fourth Olympic Games in the 400m freestyle with a time of 3:58.35. Ledecky is set to compete in four events at the trials, including the 200 to 1,500 meters freestyle, and is expected to be a strong contender for gold in Paris. Aaron Shackel, a local standout, also secured his first trip to the Olympics with a win in the men’s 400 freestyle.The event has drawn a large crowd of 30,000 fans, adding to the electrifying atmosphere as athletes vie for spots on the U.S. team for the upcoming Paris Games. The trials will continue over nine consecutive nights, with swimmers competing for the honor of representing the United States on the world stage.
Key points
- Gretchen Walsh breaks the world record in the 100m butterfly at the U.
- Katie Ledecky qualifies for her fourth Olympics, winning the 400m freestyle.
- Aaron Shackel earns his first Olympic qualification with a victory in the men’s 400 freestyle.
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Olympic trials.
Contradictions👾There is a discrepancy in reported times for Gretchen Walsh’s world record in the 100m butterfly.
The West Australian and NECN report a time of 55.
18 seconds, while the Daily Mail states a time of 55.
79 seconds.
