Regan Smith has set a world record in the 100-meter backstroke at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials in Indianapolis. Smith touched in 57.13 seconds, easily beating the mark of 57.33 set a year ago by Australia’s Kaylee McKeown. Smith bounced back emphatically after getting edged for a spot on the U.S.
Regan Smith celebrates after a Women’s 100 backstroke semifinals Monday, June 17, 2024, at the US Swimming Olympic Trials in Indianapolis . Regan Smith swims during a Women’s 100 backstroke semifinals Monday, June 17, 2024, at the US Swimming Olympic Trials in Indianapolis . Regan Smith swims during a Women’s 100 backstroke semifinals Monday, June 17, 2024, at the US Swimming Olympic Trials in Indianapolis .
Smith touched in 57.13 seconds, easily beating the mark of 57.33 set a year ago by Australia’s Kaylee McKeown. “That was part of the plan,” said Smith, who is heading to the Olympics for the second time. “I’m so happy.”No one was beating Smith in her signature event. Katharine Berkoff claimed the second Olympic spot with a time of 57.91.
Smith won a bronze medal in the 100 backstroke at the Tokyo Olympics. She’s now established herself as the favorite for gold in Paris.
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