Austin, Texas – The 2025 Men’s NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships continued with thrilling finals on day 2. The competition showcased some of the best swimmers in the country, setting the stage for an action-packed session.
The night kicked off with the 500 free event, where top swimmers like Rex Maurer from Texas faced a talented field in the ‘A’ final. The competition was fierce, with impressive swims expected from both the ‘A’ and ‘B’ finals following a competitive morning session.
Hubert Kos from Texas delivered an exceptional performance in the 200 IM prelims, setting the stage for an intense final with strong contenders like Destin Lasco, Owen McDonald, Carles Coll Marti, and Julian Smith all posting impressive times in the morning.
The standout swimmer of the night was Jordan Crooks from Tennessee, who dominated the 50 free final with a time of 17.91. His teammate Gui Caribe also put up an impressive performance, finishing third with a time of 18.26.
In the 500 freestyle finals, Texas secured a strong start to the session with Rex Maurer finishing first and Luke Hobson coming in second. Maurer, just shy of his American Record, showcased his talent while Hobson set a new personal best in the event.
While Texas celebrated their victories, there was a setback with Will Modglin being disqualified in the 200 IM finals. Despite the setback, Indiana’s Owen McDonald secured a third-place finish, maintaining the team’s strong position in the competition.
The 1-meter diving event saw Indiana’s Quentin Henninger clinching the top spot with a comfortable lead, contributing crucial points to his team’s title contention. Stanford’s Jack Ryan followed closely in second place, showcasing a strong performance for his team.
Tennessee ended the night on a high note, breaking the championship record in the 200 freestyle relay with a time of 1:12.84. Arizona State and Florida also delivered impressive performances in the relay, setting the stage for an exciting continuation of the championships.
As the competition heats up, teams like Texas, California, and Indiana are emerging as strong contenders for the team title, promising an exciting conclusion to the 2025 Men’s NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships.