Overview

• Ryan Murphy secured his place in the Paris Olympics with wins in both backstroke events.
• Murphy's victory in the 200-meter backstroke was achieved with a time of 1:54.33.
• The trials saw increased viewership, averaging 3.2 million primetime viewers on NBC and Peacock.
• Lilly King received a surprise proposal after her 200-meter breaststroke event.
• Veteran swimmer Matt Grevers participated in his seventh Olympic Trials at age 39.