Fastest U.S. men's swimmers ranked ahead of 2028 Olympics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 3:21 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The 2026 U.S. men's swimming rankings highlight the top five swimmers in each Olympic event two years before the Los Angeles Olympics. Leading athletes include Caeleb Dressel, securing four top positions, and Ryan Murphy, who ranks first in the 100m backstroke despite not competing in the recent major championships. The rankings reflect performances from various meets throughout the year, showcasing emerging talents such as 17-year-old Luka Mijatovic and 19-year-olds Ryan Erisman, Maximus Williamson, and Gabe Nunziata. The rankings serve as a critical assessment leading into the Olympic trials in 2028.
- •Caeleb Dressel ranks first in the 50m and 100m butterfly events.
- •Ryan Murphy leads in the 100m backstroke after returning from a break.
- •Luka Mijatovic is among the top emerging swimmers at age 17.
- •Bobby Finke is the fastest in the 1500m freestyle.
- •Rankings include results from multiple meets throughout 2026.
- 8:44 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 U.S. women's swimming rankings — 5 fastest Americans in each event
- 3:21 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 U.S. men's swimming rankings — 5 fastest Americans in each event
"Who were the fastest U.S. women's swimmers in 2026, two years before the Los Angeles Olympics?
"Who were the fastest U.S. men's swimmers in 2026, two years before the Los Angeles Olympics?
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 8:44 PM2026 U.S. women's swimming rankings — 5 fastest Americans in each event
Who were the fastest U.S. women's swimmers in 2026, two years before the Los Angeles Olympics?
- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 3:21 PM2026 U.S. men's swimming rankings — 5 fastest Americans in each event
Who were the fastest U.S. men's swimmers in 2026, two years before the Los Angeles Olympics?
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