Gretchen Walsh

American Swimmer Gretchen Walsh Breaks World Record, Heads to Paris Olympics

Walsh Sets Record in 100m Butterfly Semifinal

Preparing for Competition in Paris La Défense Arena

Indianapolis, IN - American swimmer Gretchen Walsh has made history at the US Swimming Olympic Team Trials, setting a new world record in the women's 100m butterfly semifinal. Walsh's remarkable performance has earned her a spot on the US Olympic team and she will represent the United States at the upcoming Paris Olympics.

The 100m butterfly event is Walsh's signature race, and she has consistently excelled in it. As a 3x individual NCAA champion, she is known for her speed and technique. In the Trials semifinal, Walsh electrified Lucas Oil Stadium with her record-breaking swim, clocking in at a blistering [Record Time]. This time broke the previous world record, which had stood for over a decade.

Walsh's performance has set the stage for her to be one of the top medal contenders in the 100m butterfly at the Paris Olympics. She will face competition from around the world, but her world record time shows that she is a force to be reckoned with. Walsh's Olympic journey begins this weekend at the Paris La Défense Arena, where the swimming program will take place.