Ilya Kharun sets record in 50 butterfly at U.S. Swimming Nationals

Ilya Kharun set a Meet and U.S. Open record in the men's 50 butterfly with a time of 22.59 at the U.S. Swimming Nationals in Indianapolis on June 19, 2026. Kharun, who previously swam for Canada, claimed his first national title representing the United States, outpacing Caeleb Dressel, who finished second at 22.86. This swim marked Kharun's second record-breaking performance of the day, having previously set a meet record in the prelims. Other notable performances included Anna Moesch winning the 200 freestyle and Ryan Erisman taking the men's 200 freestyle title.

• 3:08 AMYahoo Sports — Ilya Kharun sets Meet and U.S. Open Record, out-touches Dressel, in 50 butterfly at U.S. Swimming Nationals