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Swimmers Shine: Ledecky, Finke, Walsh Claim World Spots

6/8/2025

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Katie Ledecky, Bobby Finke, and Gretchen Walsh shone brightly at the U.S. Swimming Championships, each clinching their third victories and earning coveted spots at the World Championships in Singapore. Ledecky is on the brink of her 26th world title, while Walsh matched an American record. Finke aspires to make history as the first American man to conquer the 1500m free at worlds since 1975.

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Story summary

Katie Ledecky, Bobby Finke, and Gretchen Walsh shone brightly at the U.S. Swimming Championships, each clinching their third victories and earning coveted spots at the World Championships in Singapore. Ledecky is on the brink of her 26th world title, while Walsh matched an American record. Finke aspires to make history as the first American man to conquer the 1500m free at worlds since 1975.