Katharine Berkoff on her Father David: “He was my biggest inspiration”
Berkoff said her father has been the biggest inspiration of her career, noting that she never felt pressure from either of her parents about swimming
Carson Foster on the Support He’s Received from Chase Kalisz: “I want to be like Chase”
After his win in the 400 IM, Carson Foster about the mentorship he has received from fellow US 400 IM-er Chase Kalisz since the 2021 Olympic Trials.
Lilly King Looks Back on Winning Olympic Gold 7 Years Ago
King reflected on what an accomplishment it was to touch first in Brazil as well as how she has matured since then.
Ryan Murphy on Being a Team USA Veteran: “We’re in the Grevers and Nathan Adrian Role”
Ryan Murphy likened his situation to that of Matt Grevers and Nathan Adrian when Murphy himself was a rookie.
Bobby Finke Breaks Down Florida Distance Group Trash Talk
The distance ace detailed a bet he made with fellow freestyle specialist Kieran Smith in which Finke won and is now owed a steak dinner
WATCH: Caeleb Dressel Talks to Press for First Time Since 2022 Worlds (FULL INTERVIEW)
After a year of silence, 7x Olympic champion Caeleb Dressel spoke to the press at his second swim meet since the 2022 World Championships.
Lydia Jacoby on Making the Worlds Team: “I was putting a lot of pressure on myself”
Jacoby admitted she put a lot of pressure on herself to make this team after falling just shy of qualifying last year at world champ trials.
Cody Miller on Breaking 1:00: “How could you not be happy with that”
Miller, a father of two who typically swims 4-5 times per week as of late, was elated with his swim.
Alex Walsh on 400 IM: “I knew I was in store for a pretty big drop”
Walsh, who has never competed in the 400 IM at a LCM trials meet, knew she was due for a significant drop.
Regan Smith 57.71 100 Back US Open Record – RACE ANALYSIS
Regan Smith broke her own US Open and US Nationals record last night in the 100 back, undercutting her old 57.76 mark by .05 to clock a 57.71
Regan Smith on First Taper with Bob Bowman: “It’s a learning experience”
This is Smith’s first taper with new coach Bob Bowman and she says it’s a learning process, with constant 2-way communication between coach and athlete.
Hunter Armstrong: “I wanted to make sure my best performance would be at worlds”
Although it made for a mentally challenging week, Armstrong was able to make the team and move forward toward Japan.
Nic Fink on Moving to SMU: “I’m excited to try something new”
“At this point, I’m excited to try something new” the breaststroke champion said of moving to a new training hub and state.
WATCH: Smith Swims U.S. Open & Championship Records In The 100 BK (Day 4 Race Videos)
Catch up on the action from Day 4 finals at US Trials, including Regan Smith setting a new 100 BK US Open record and Lilly King sweeping the breast events.
Justin Ress on Racing Mindset: “High hopes, low expectation”
He explained that once he’s behind the blocks, there’s nothing more he can do to prepare himself so he does his best to enjoy the moment and be present