The American swimmers have been struggling to secure gold medals in the pool, but their recent victory was nothing short of spectacular. The mixed 4×100 medley relay team clinched the gold medal by setting a new world record. Ryan Murphy, Gretchen Walsh, Nic Fink, and Torri Huske completed the race in 3:37.43, surpassing the previous world record by 15-hundredths of a second. Despite China also breaking the previous record, they had to settle for second place with a time of 3:37.55.
This victory marked the sixth gold medal for the Americans in swimming, putting them just one gold behind Australia. Torri Huske, who was part of the winning relay team, secured her second gold of the Games. She previously won the women’s 100m butterfly, while Walsh claimed the silver in the same event. Huske also earned silver medals in the women’s 100m freestyle and the 4×100 freestyle relay alongside Walsh.
The mixed 4×100 relay event made its Olympic debut in Tokyo, with Great Britain, China, and Australia taking the top three spots, respectively. The United States finished fifth in the event with a team comprising Murphy, Lydia Jacoby, Huske, and Caeleb Dressel, an eight-time gold medalist.
In addition to the mixed relay victory, Katie Ledecky secured her record-breaking ninth gold medal in the 800m freestyle. This win added to the American team’s success in the pool, showcasing their dominance in swimming events at the Olympics.
As the Olympic swimming events near their conclusion, four more medals are up for grabs on the final day. These include the women’s 50m freestyle, men’s 1500m freestyle, and both the men’s and women’s 4x100m medley relay races. The American swimmers will be looking to add to their medal tally and finish the competition on a high note.
Overall, the United States’ success in the pool at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games has been remarkable, with multiple gold medals and world records being set. The American swimmers have showcased their talent, determination, and teamwork, solidifying their status as a powerhouse in international swimming competitions.