Conor Dwyer Erases Ricky Berens’ 200 Free U.S. Open Record

Photo Courtesy: Annie Grevers

USA’s Conor Dwyer lowered the U.S. Open record in the men’s 200-meter free as he led a USA 1-2 in the event at the 2015 Duel in the Pool.

Dwyer raced his way to a win in 1:42.10. That time cleared the U.S. Open record of 1:42.68 set by Ricky Berens back in 2011. Dwyer has been faster in his career with a 1:41.30 from 2013.

USA’s Ryan Lochte gave USA the 1-2 with a 1:42.53, while Euro’s James Guy placed third in 1:42.93.

USA’s Zane Grothe (1:44.48), Euro’s Dan Wallace (1:44.95) and Euro’s Dion Dreesens (1:45.01) also competed in the finale.

Running Team Score: USA 99, Euro 59

SCHEDULED EVENTS

Women’s 800 free
Men’s 1500 free
Women’s 200 free
Men’s 200 free
Women’s 100 back
Men’s 100 back
Women’s 100 breast
Men’s 100 breast
Women’s 200 fly
Men’s 200 fly
Women’s 50 free
Men’s 50 free
Women’s 200 IM
Men’s 200 IM
Women’s 400 free relay
Men’s 400 free relay

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