Chris Guiliano Clocks 47.25 100 Free To Become Third-Fastest American Ever
2024 U.S. OLYMPIC TRIALS
June 15-23, 2024
Lucas Oil Stadium — Indianapolis, IN
LCM (50 Meters)
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In the semi-finals of the men’s 100 freestyle at the 2024 U.S. Olympic trials, Chris Guiliano clocked a time of 47.25 to head into finals as the top overall seed. He now becomes the third-fastest American ever in the event, as well as the 13th-fastest performer of all-time.
Guiliano improved from his best time of 47.49, set during long course time trials after the 2024 ACC Championships.
All-Time Top U.S. Performers, Men’s 100-Meter Freestyle (LCM):
Caeleb Dressel — 46.96 (2019/2021)
Jack Alexy — 47.08 (2024)
Chris Guiliano — 47.25 (2024)
Ryan Held — 47.39 (2019)
Michael Phelps — 47.51 (2008)
Compared to his previous best time, Guiliano had the exact same speed on his back half. However, he was 0.14 seconds faster going out, which made the difference in his improvement.
Splits Comparison:
Chris Guiliano, 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials semi-finals
Chris Guiliano, 2024 post-ACC Championships time trials
50m
22.61
22.85
100m
24.64
24.64
Total
47.25
47.49
Headed into finals, with Caeleb Dressel, Jack Alexy, and Guiliano all qualifying, the three fastest Americans in history will all be in contention to qualify for the Paris Olympic team in the 100 free and the 4×100 free relay.
Guiliano is already qualified to swim the 200 freestyle at the Paris Olympic Games. On Wednesday night, he has a chance to add a second event to his lineup.
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