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Swimmers gear up for key matchups at 2026 Pan Pacific Championships

SwimSwam • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 11:19 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Swimmers gear up for key matchups at 2026 Pan Pacific Championships
Summary

The 2026 Pan Pacific Swimming Championships are set to take place from August 12-15 in Irvine, California. While some top competitors are absent from the meet, key races include Bobby Finke against Sam Short in the men's 800 freestyle and a women’s showdown involving Katie Ledecky. With Finke and Short's contrasting performances leading into the event, anticipation is high for their duel in the 800 free. Other highlight races include Lani Pallister challenging Ledecky in the 800 free, and a competitive men’s 400 IM featuring several promising athletes. The championships present a crucial opportunity for swimmers to set a tone heading towards the LA28 Olympics.

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  • •Championships run from August 12-15 in Irvine, California.
  • •Bobby Finke and Sam Short to compete in the men's 800 freestyle.
  • •Katie Ledecky faces Lani Pallister in the women's 800 freestyle.
  • •Men's 400 IM features a strong group of contenders.
  • •Event showcases depth in men's breaststroke for Team USA.
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Sam Short (above) and Bobby Finke enter the Pan Pac Championships with very different momentums, but they should have one of the best battles of the meet in Irvine.

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