Indianapolis, Indiana – The 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials have officially begun at Lucas Oil Stadium, with top swimmers from around the country gathering to compete for a chance to represent the United States at the upcoming Olympic Games.
Among the standout swimmers at the Trials are Torri Huske, Gretchen Walsh, Regan Smith, and Claire Curzan, who are set to showcase their talents in events such as the women’s 100 butterfly and the women’s 400 freestyle. Katie Ledecky, a four-time Olympic medalist, is also a headline performer at the Trials, aiming to secure her spot on the U.S. Olympic team.
In the women’s 100 butterfly prelims, Gretchen Walsh made a strong impact with a time of 55.94, solidifying her position as the second-fastest American in history. Torri Huske, the current American record holder in the event, followed closely behind with a time of 56.26. Regan Smith, known for her impressive backstroke, showcased her skills in the 100 butterfly prelims with a time of 56.68.
Moving on to the women’s 400 freestyle, Katie Ledecky dominated the competition with a time of 3:59.99 in the prelims, setting herself apart as a top contender for the final. Paige Madden and Jillian Cox also delivered strong performances in the event, qualifying with times of 4:04.83 and 4:06.35, respectively.
In the men’s 100 breaststroke prelims, swimmers competed fiercely for a spot in the semi-finals, with a focus on reaching the 2024 Olympic qualifying time of 59.49. The men’s 400 freestyle prelims saw top contenders vying for a chance to secure their place in the semi-finals, with Kieran Smith emerging as a standout performer in the event.
As the competition at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials heats up, fans can expect to witness thrilling races and impressive performances from some of the nation’s most talented swimmers as they vie for a spot on the U.S. Olympic team.