The 2024 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials, held at the iconic Lucas Oil Stadium, home of the Indianapolis Colts, marked the beginning of an exciting journey for many athletes vying for a spot on Team USA for the Paris Olympics. The trials were a spectacle of speed, skill, and determination, showcasing the best swimmers in the country as they battled for their chance to represent the United States on the world stage.
Women’s 200m Freestyle
Results:
Katie Ledecky — 1:55.22
Claire Weinstein — 1:56.18
Paige Madden — 1:56.36
Erin Gemmell — 1:56.75
Anna Peplowski — 1:57.04
Alex Shackell — 1:57.05
Simone Manuel — 1:57.13
Katie Grimes — 1:57.33
Katie Ledecky once again demonstrated her dominance in the pool, securing her spot on the Olympic team with a time of 1:55.22. Claire Weinstein followed closely behind, earning her place with a time of 1:56.18. The event was fiercely competitive, with Paige Madden and Erin Gemmell also posting strong times, securing their positions for relay consideration.
Women’s 400m Freestyle
Results:
Katie Ledecky — 3:58.35
Paige Madden — 4:02.08
Jillian Cox — 4:06.89
Kayla Han — 4:08.21
Aurora Roghair — 4:08.66
Anna Peplowski — 4:09.20
Leah Smith — 4:09.34
Madi Mintenko — 4:12.05
Ledecky continued her stellar performance in the 400m freestyle, clocking in at 3:58.35. Paige Madden, with a strong finish, secured the second spot with a time of 4:02.08, ensuring her trip to Paris. The competition was intense, with Jillian Cox and Kayla Han pushing the pace and finishing in third and fourth, respectively.
Women’s 100m Backstroke
Results:
Regan Smith — 57.13
Katharine Berkoff — 57.91
Kennedy Noble — 58.81
Josephine Fuller — 59.03
Rhyan White — 59.07
Phoebe Bacon — 59.37
Leah Shackley — 59.40
Claire Curzan — 59.57
Regan Smith set a blistering pace in the 100m backstroke, finishing first with a time of 57.13. Katharine Berkoff claimed the second spot with a time of 57.91, both securing their Olympic berths. The competition saw strong performances from Kennedy Noble and Josephine Fuller, who were close behind.
Women’s 100m Breaststroke
Results:
Lilly King — 1:05.43
Emma Weber — 1:06.10
Lydia Jacoby — 1:06.37
Kaitlyn Dobler — 1:06.77
Kaelyn Gridley — 1:07.03
Alex Walsh — 1:07.38
Mckenzie Siroky — 1:07.71
Ella Nelson — 1:07.83
Lilly King showcased her dominance in the 100m breaststroke, finishing first with a time of 1:05.43. Emma Weber followed with a time of 1:06.10, securing her place on the team. Lydia Jacoby, the Olympic gold medalist from Tokyo, finished third but still displayed a commendable performance.
Women’s 100m Butterfly
Results:
Gretchen Walsh — 55.31
Torri Huske — 55.52
Regan Smith — 55.62
Claire Curzan — 57.47
Kelly Pash — 57.72
Beata Nelson — 57.80
Lillie Nordmann — 57.92
Emma Sticklen — 58.44
Gretchen Walsh took the top spot in the 100m butterfly, finishing with a remarkable time of 55.31. Torri Huske secured the second spot with a time of 55.52. Regan Smith, who also competed in the backstroke, finished third, showcasing her versatility in the pool.
Women’s 400m Individual Medley
Results:
Katie Grimes — 4:35.00
Emma Weyant — 4:35.56
Lilla Bognar — 4:37.86
Leah Smith — 4:39.87
Leah Hayes — 4:41.32
Lucy Bell — 4:41.40
Zoe Dixon — 4:42.01
Audrey Derivaux — 4:46.89
Katie Grimes emerged victorious in the 400m individual medley, finishing with a time of 4:35.00. Emma Weyant followed closely behind with a time of 4:35.56. The event highlighted Grimes’ endurance and versatility, securing her spot for Paris.
Men’s 200m Freestyle
Results:
Luke Hobson — 1:44.89
Chris Guiliano — 1:45.38
Drew Kibler — 1:45.60
Kieran Smith — 1:45.61
Brooks Curry — 1:45.89
Blake Pieroni — 1:46.09
Jake Mitchell — 1:46.48
Aaron Shackell — 1:47.37
Luke Hobson claimed victory in the 200m freestyle with an impressive time of 1:44.89. Chris Guiliano followed with a time of 1:45.38. The race was closely contested, with Drew Kibler and Kieran Smith finishing third and fourth, respectively.
Men’s 400m Freestyle
Results:
Aaron Shackell — 3:45.46
Kieran Smith — 3:45.76
David Johnston — 3:46.19
Bobby Finke — 3:46.27
Luke Whitlock — 3:46.55
Jake Magahey — 3:46.89
Daniel Matheson — 3:48.63
Jake Mitchell — 3:50.76
Aaron Shackell won the 400m freestyle with a time of 3:45.46, closely followed by Kieran Smith at 3:45.76. David Johnston and Bobby Finke also performed well, showcasing their endurance and competitive spirit.
Men’s 800m Freestyle
Results:
Bobby Finke — 7:44.22
Luke Whitlock — 7:45.19
Daniel Matheson — 7:49.34
David Johnston — 7:50.23
Ross Dant — 7:54.56
Charlie Clark — 7:57.28
Will Gallant — 7:58.22
Sean Green — 7:59.01
Bobby Finke, the Olympic gold medalist from Tokyo, dominated the 800m freestyle with a time of 7:44.22. Luke Whitlock secured second place with a time of 7:45.19. The event showcased Finke’s stamina and strategic pacing.
Men’s 100m Backstroke
Results:
Ryan Murphy — 52.22
Hunter Armstrong — 52.72
Jack Aikins — 52.74
Adam Chaney — 53.44
Justin Ress — 53.57
Will Modglin — 53.69
Jack Wilkening — 53.79
Tommy Janton — 53.87
Ryan Murphy, a backstroke specialist, clinched the top spot in the 100m backstroke with a time of 52.22. Hunter Armstrong followed with a time of 52.72. Murphy’s performance reaffirmed his status as a top contender in the event.
Men’s 100m Breaststroke
Results:
Nic Fink — 59.08
Charlie Swanson — 59.16
Josh Matheny — 59.23
Liam Bell — 59.40
Noah Nichols — 59.69
Jake Foster — 59.84
Luke Rodarte — 59.85
Michael Andrew — 1:00.11
Nic Fink emerged victorious in the 100m breaststroke with a time of 59.08. Charlie Swanson secured second place with a time of 59.16. The race was tightly contested, with Josh Matheny and Liam Bell finishing closely behind.
Men’s 400m Individual Medley
Results:
Carson Foster — 4:07.64
Chase Kalisz — 4:09.39
Jay Litherland — 4:12.34
Ian Grum — 4:15.06
Tommy Bried — 4:15.15
Kyle Ponsler — 4:16.53
Gregg Enoch — 4:17.64
Danny Berlitz — 4:17.65
Carson Foster won the 400m individual medley with a time of 4:07.64, followed by Chase Kalisz at 4:09.39. The event showcased Foster’s versatility and endurance, securing his place on the Olympic team.
The 2024 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials at Lucas Oil Stadium were a testament to the incredible talent and determination of America’s top swimmers. From Katie Ledecky’s dominance in the freestyle events to Bobby Finke’s endurance in the distance races, the trials provided thrilling performances and set the stage for a strong U.S. team heading to Paris. As the swimmers continue to prepare for the Olympics, fans can look forward to more exciting races and memorable moments in the world of competitive swimming.
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