Caeleb Dressel Wins 50m Freestyle at U.S. Olympic Swim Trials
Caeleb Dressel, the reigning world champion in the 50m and 100m freestyle, secured his spot on the U.S. Olympic team by winning the 50m freestyle at the U.S. Olympic Swim Trials. Dressel clocked a time of 21.04 seconds, finishing ahead of Michael Andrew (21.61) and Ryan Held (21.62). This victory marks Dressel's second win at the trials, having previously secured his spot in the 100m freestyle. Dressel's dominance in the 50m freestyle was evident, as he led from start to finish. He is now the only American swimmer to have qualified for both the 50m and 100m freestyle events in the Olympics. Dressel's performance was a testament to his talent and determination, and he is poised to be a major contender for gold in Tokyo. His focus now shifts to the 100m butterfly, where he is expected to be a top contender.
Summary
"Caeleb Dressel's victory in the 50m freestyle at the U.S. Olympic Swim Trials solidified his place on the U.S. Olympic team and highlighted his position as a strong contender for gold in Tokyo. "
Updated at: 06.23.2024
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