Hey Lykkers! The final night of pool competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics was an absolute blast for USA Swimming, and we've got all the details on their fantastic performances.
From breaking world records to claiming medals, Team USA wrapped up the swimming events in style! From breaking world records to claiming medals, Team USA wrapped up the swimming events in style!
Bobby Finke was the star of the evening, dominating the men's 1500-meter freestyle from start to finish.
His incredible time of 14:30.67 not only earned him gold but also set a new world record. Finke's strategy was simple: Get out fast and maintain the lead. Boy, did he execute it perfectly! He was thrilled with his performance, pushing through even as his competitors started to close in.
Next up was the men's 4x100m medley relay. The team of Ryan Murphy, Nic Fink, Caeleb Dressel, and Hunter Armstrong brought home the silver. Despite a strong showing, they couldn't quite catch the leaders, but their effort was commendable.
The team's determination and resilience were evident, especially from Dressel, who felt the pressure of maintaining the U.S.'s top spot but also appreciated the competitive spirit.
The highlight of the night came with the women's 4x100m medley relay. Regan Smith, Lilly King, Gretchen Walsh, and Torri Huske were unstoppable, finishing over three seconds ahead of the second-place Australians.
Their final time of 3:49.63 not only clinched gold but also set a new world record. King was ecstatic about being part of a relay that keeps setting new standards, and Walsh credited Finke's earlier swim with boosting their energy.
Here's a quick look at USA Swimming's remarkable achievements from Paris 2024:
Total Medals: 28 (8 gold, 13 silver, 7 bronze)
World Records: Three
Olympic Records: Two
American Records: Three
Medal Highlights: Katie Ledecky became the most decorated American female Olympian with four medals, tying her for the most female Olympic gold medals. Torri Huske and Regan Smith led the pack with five medals each.
With Team USA swimming having an outstanding performance, it's clear they've set the bar high. Whether you're cheering from home or following the action live, you can keep your eyes peeled and your cheers loud!