Jordan Crooks becomes first swimmer from Cayman Islands to qualify for final

Tennessee junior swimmer Jordan Crooks set a Cayman Islands national record on Thursday in the Paris Olympics .

Crooks recorded a personal-best time (21.51) in the 50m freestyle prelims, setting a Cayman Islands national record.

He then recorded a time of 21.54 in the semifinals to secure a spot in Friday’s 50m freestyle final.

Crooks also became the first swimmer from Cayman Islands to qualify for an Olympic final.

The 50m freestyle final is slated for 2:30 p.m. EDT on Friday.

During his first three seasons at Tennessee, Crooks has won one NCAA championship in the 50 freestyle and holds 21 SEC medals , including six gold.

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