LCM (50 meters) Prelims Live Recaps: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4. Two days into the 2023 World Championships, we published a YouTube video titled “what’s going on with Team USA?” after the Americans finished day one of the meet without a gold medal for the first time since 1994. The common consensus then was that we were just overreacting. Even when Team USA had its worst gold medal count at an Olympics/World Championships since 1994, there were plenty of explanations behind their underperformance: the team went on a red-eye flight from Singapore to Fukuoka, there was only a three-week turnaround from trials to Worlds, and this meet could have just been another repeat of the notoriously 2015 World Championships. The expectation was that the Americans would rise to the occasion during the Olympic year.

Paris 2024, North America Day 4: Three Finals And Three Silver Medals For Team USA

LCM (50 meters) Prelims Live Recaps: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4. One of the shockers of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games came in the heats of the men’s 200m butterfly where reigning silver medalist from Tokyo, Tomoru Honda fell short of making the top 16.

2024 Olympic Games: Japan’s Tokyo Medalist Tomoru Honda Overcome With Nerves

LCM (50 meters) Prelims Live Recaps: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4. Luke Greenbank won bronze in the men’s 200 backstroke in Tokyo three years ago but will not have a chance to be back on the podium after being disqualified in prelims of the event. Greenbank went past the 15 meter mark off of the start.

Tokyo Bronze Medalist Luke Greenbank DQed in 200 Back For Going Past 15 Meters

LCM (50 meters) Prelims Live Recaps: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4. The University of Texas has a storied history of success in the men’s 200 freestyle under the guidance of legendary head coach Eddie Reese, who wrapped up his 46-year tenure in March after beginning his career with the Longhorns in 1978.

Despite Relay Legacy, Luke Hobson Is First Olympic Medalist From Texas In Men’s 200 Free

LCM (50 meters) Prelims Live Recaps: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4. After a busy prelims session on Tuesday, this morning’s prelims session will be short and sweet. There are only 3 races that will be competed this morning: the women’s 200 breast, men’s 200 back, and women’s 200 fly. The session is scheduled to last just 66 minutes.

2024 Paris Olympics: Day 5 Prelims Live Recap

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

PARIS -- Shericka Jackson of Jamaica will not run in the 100 meters when Olympic track starts, saying Wednesday that the injury she suffered at a tuneup race earlier this month played a part in the decision. Jackson said she will still run in her better race, the 200 meters,...

Jamaica's Shericka Jackson says she's out of the Olympic 100 meters and will focus on the 200

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The Men's Gymnastics team from the United States is making waves this summer at the 2024 Paris Olympics. After the team earned their bronze medal and won the hearts of fans the world over, many want to know more about the team members and their personal lives. And aside from Stephen Nedoroscik, who has been dubbed the Clark Kent of the Olympic Games, one more male gymnast has captured the public's attention: Paul Juda.Paul Juda, a first-generation American born to Polish immigrant parents, has inspired audiences with his determination and grit. Now, fans want to learn more about his personal...

U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist Paul Juda Is Dating a Fellow Gymnast From Back Home

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Brooks Curry, a former LSU swimmer, secured his second Olympic medal, a silver, as the U.S. team finished second in the 4×200 meter freestyle relay in Paris, clocking in at 7:00.78. Competing in his second Olympic Games, Curry's performance in the preliminaries was crucial in advancing the team from third to second place, setting the stage for the final race. His journey in swimming has been marked by significant achievements, including a gold medal win at the Tokyo Olympics and numerous titles during his collegiate career at LSU.

Brooks Curry Wins Olympic Silver in Paris 4×200 Meter Freestyle Relay

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It was a drama-filled morning at one swimming event at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

English star Luke Greenbank appeared to secure his spot in the semifinals for the 200m backstroke after eclipsing German Lukas Maertens in the fourth heat.

However, joy turned to heartbreak when he touched the final wall.

A video replay revealed that the 26-year-old was underwater beyond the 15m mark at the start, which is prohibited and he was disqualified once the result was confirmed on replay.



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Luke Greenbank disqualified, Xu Jiayu missing as controversy hits Olympic swimming

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Maggie MacNeil had the chance to defend her gold medal from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics in the women’s 100-meter butterfly, but the former LSU swimmer missed the podium after coming up short of a bronze medal on Sunday. MacNeil ultimately finished fifth in the event with a time of...

Maggie MacNeil misses the podium in 100-meter butterfly heartbreaker

U.S. tennis star Coco Gauff is out of the women’s singles tournament at the Paris Olympics, following a straight-set loss to 13th-seeded Donna Vekic at Roland-Garros Stadium. Gauff, who was chosen as the Olympic opening ceremony flag bearer for Team USA, lost 7-6, 6-2 to Vekic of Croatia. But...

Coco Gauff out of the Olympics after heated argument with umpire

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Severe thunderstorms are expected across parts of the Northern Plains, particularly in South Dakota, Nebraska, and Minnesota, from the afternoon into the evening. The main risk with these storms will be damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes if ingredients align. Please check below for further details.

Multiple Rounds of Damaging Winds, Large Hail & Isolated Tornado; Upper Midwest; July 31st, 2024

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LCM (50m) Live Results (on Meet Mobile as “USA Swimming Futures – Richmond – 2024”) On the final day of the 2024 Richmond Futures, Emerson Callis started off the session by completing a sweep of the women’s IM events. After winning the 400 IM on day 2, Callis swam a 2:16.95 200 IM to comfortably take the win over East Carolina Aquatics’ Lily Willis (2:18.20) and NCAP’s Gwyneth Frick (2:19.49). Callis owns a PB of 2:16.76, set back in May at the TYR 18 & under Spring Cup.

NCAP Sweeps Medley Relays on Day 4 of Richmond Futures

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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The coach was charged with 11 counts of voyeurism and eight counts of attempt to commit voyeurism following a September 2023 investigation in Arizona. Stock photo via Mike Lewis/Ola Vista Photography. A swim coach from Connecticut faces charges of voyeurism following an investigation in Arizona. David Laudati, 41, was arrested...

Connecticut Swim Coach Arrested For Secretly Recording Teens In Arizona

Japan's 14-year-old Coco Yoshizawa grabbed gold in the all-teenage women's street skateboard final at the Paris Olympics on Sunday, after nailing a high-risk ride down the hand-rail.  With defending Olympic champion Yuto Horigome, Sora Shirai and 14-year-old Ginwoo Onodera, Japan could again be set to dominate.
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Japan's Yoshizawa, 14, makes a big leap to land Olympic skateboard gold

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MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Double world champion Daniel Wiffen is safely through to the final of the men's 800m freestyle after winning his heat.

Wiffen fastest in 800m freestyle heats as Hill progresses

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#6 Seed, 100 Backstroke Silver Medalist Xu Jiayu No-Shows 200 Backstroke Heat

LCM (50 meters) Prelims Live Recaps: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4. There was a glaring absence in the men’s 200...

#6 Seed, 100 Backstroke Silver Medalist Xu Jiayu No-Shows 200 Backstroke Heat

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