Kate Douglass faces tough choices for Pan Pacs schedule after world record
SwimSwam • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Kate Douglass set a world record in the 50 meter freestyle, clocking 23.59 seconds in Indianapolis on June 20, 2026. Her versatility as a swimmer leads to potential conflicts in event scheduling for the upcoming Pan Pacific Championships. Qualified for six individual events and three relays, Douglass faces a challenging four-day competition with overlapping races. Decisions are required on which events to prioritize, especially given her historical success in multiple disciplines, including the 100 free, 200 IM, and 200 breaststroke. Event management at the Pan Pacs allows for leniency in preliminary entries, complicating her choices further.
- •Douglass sets a world record in the 50 free.
- •She qualifies for six individual events at the Pan Pacs.
- •Her schedule involves potential overlaps in races.
- •Three relay assignments add to her busy schedule.
- •She's aiming to balance event choices amid significant competition.
- 11:30 AMSwimSwam — Kate Douglass’ Potential Pan-Pacs Schedule is DASTARDLY - SwimSwam
"Kate Douglass said she wasn't planning to swim the 50 free much this summer, until a surprise World Record on Friday. Now she's got big choices to make.
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