Simone Biles Returns and Dominates US Classic, Qualifies for Nationals
Simone Biles makes a triumphant return to gymnastics by winning her first competitive event since 2021, securing her qualification for the US national championships.
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Caeleb Dressel's World Championship Hopes Dashed as Anthony Nesty Provides Update
University of Florida head coach Anthony Nesty provided an update on swimmer Caeleb Dressel's performance at the 2023 U.S. National Championships, stating that Dressel is in a better place mentally and physically compared to last year. Dressel did not qualify for the 2023 U.S. World Championship team but showed improvement despite being off his best times. Nesty mentioned that Dressel needs to work on his power and plans to focus on training and weights to prepare for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Nesty also addressed Emma Weyant's disqualification in the women's 400 IM and praised Katie Ledecky's impact on the Florida swim program.
Surprising Victories and Record-Breaking Performances at U.S. Nationals
Claire Weinstein surprised herself by winning the 200 free national title at the U.S. National Championships in Indianapolis, as she managed to catch up to renowned swimmer Katie Ledecky without even realizing it. Weinstein stuck to her race plan and was expecting a time drop from last year, but illness prevented her from achieving her goals at the previous world championships.
Dare Rose Surges to Shocking 100 Fly National Title
Dare Rose swam a time of 50.74 in the men's 100 fly 'A' final at the 2023 U.S. National Championships, becoming the sixth-fastest American of all time and the 17th-fastest performer of all time. Rose dropped 0.13 seconds from his prelims time and qualified for his first senior international team. He also finished second in the 50 fly with a new personal best of 23.20, earning him the opportunity to swim two events at the 2023 World Championships.
Caeleb Dressel's Disappointing Performance at U.S. Nationals
Caeleb Dressel secures a spot in the 'A' final of the men's 100 fly at the U.S. National Championships after Ryan Murphy scratches from the event. Dressel finished ninth in the prelims but moved up due to Murphy's withdrawal. Dressel and Michael Andrew, the only two active swimmers who have represented the U.S. in the event, now have a chance to qualify for the World Championships.
Swimming Sensations: Record-Breaking Performances and Dominant Victories at National Championships
Gretchen Walsh broke the American, US Open, and Meet Record in the women's 50 butterfly event at the US National Championships, swimming a time of 25.11. This surpassed Torri Huske's previous American record of 25.38 and also broke the US Open record and meet record. Huske finished right behind Walsh with a time of 25.33. Walsh's personal best performance secured her a spot in the event at the upcoming World Championships in Japan.
Katie Ledecky Sets Impressive Record with Third-Fastest Women's 800 Free Time
Katie Ledecky swam the third-fastest time in history in the women's 800-meter freestyle at the 2023 Phillips 66 National Championships, with a time of 8:07.07. This is her fastest time since 2016 and she now holds the top 30 performances of all time in the event. Ledecky's consistent splits and dominant performance earned her a spot on the 2023 U.S. World Championships team, marking her sixth-straight World Championships berth.
Top Swimmers Compete at US National Championships in Indianapolis.
Caeleb Dressel finished 29th in the men's 100 freestyle prelims at the US National Championships, nearly two and a half seconds slower than his personal best. This marks the first time since 2015 that Dressel won't represent the US on the major international stage in the 100 free. Despite Dressel's poor performance, the US men's team looks strong in the event, with four swimmers breaking 48 seconds in the prelims, led by Ryan Held. Dressel is scheduled to race in the 50 fly, 100 fly, and 50 free later in the week.
"Highlights from the 2023 Mission Viejo Pro Swim Series and Open Water National Team Selections"
The 2023 Pro Swim Series in Mission Viejo will feature top swimmers from the US, including veterans Simone Manuel and Abbey Weitzeil, who are looking to reclaim their spots in major international competition in the women's sprint freestyle events. In the men's backstroke, Justin Ress, Ryan Murphy, and Hunter Armstrong will collide in the 100 back, while up-and-coming swimmers like Teagan O'Dell and Cal's NCAA stars Jack Alexy and Gabriel Jett will also be competing. The competition will serve as a precursor to the US National Championships and the World Championships this summer.