Katie Ledecky Qualifies for Multiple Events at U.S. Olympic Trials Amid Record-Breaking Performances

Katie Ledecky has qualified for multiple events at the U.S. Olympic Trials in Indianapolis, securing victories in both the 200m and 400m freestyle, and will also compete in the 800m and 1500m events. She will lead a relay team alongside Claire Weinstein, Paige Madden, and Erin Gemmell. Katie Grimes excelled in the 400m Individual Medley, outdueling reigning silver medalist Emma Weyant, and has also qualified for the Paris Olympics in open water swimming. Ryan Murphy and Lilly King have secured their spots for their third Olympic Games, with Murphy winning the men’s 100m backstroke and King taking the women's 100m breaststroke. Gretchen Walsh set a world record in the 100m butterfly and also qualified for the Paris Olympics, demonstrating strong performances alongside other notable athletes like Regan Smith, who reset the American record in the 100m backstroke.