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Gretchen Walsh breaks world record in 100 IM and 3 American records (RACE VIDEO)

Gretchen Walsh breaks world record in 100 IM and 3 American records (RACE VIDEO)

Florida vs. Virginia

  • October 18, 2024
  • Charlottesville, Va
  • 25 meters (SCM)
  • Results on Meet Mobile: “Virginia vs. Florida”
  • Full summary of the meeting

Gretchen Walsh had one for himself day on Friday in the University of Virginia’s dual meet against Florida. After a banner-raising ceremony celebrating the Cavaliers’ fourth straight NCAA championship, Walsh broke three American records in the first hour of competition before finally ending her day with a new world record in the women’s 100m IM race during of a time trial race.

The University of Virginia has released racing videos of these swims.

Gretchen Walsh – 55.98 world record, 100 IM

Gretchen Walsh – 25.37 in the 50-meter backstroke (medley relay heat), new American record

Lane 4, from above.

Gretchen Walsh – 54.89 in the 100-meter backstroke, new American record

Lane 4, from above

Gretchen Walsh – 23.10 in the 50m freestyle, new American record

Lane 4, from above