Kelsi Dahlia Ties American Record, Breaks Meet Record In 50 Fly

Photo Courtesy: Peter H. Bick

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Kelsi Dahlia tied her American record in the 50 butterfly tonight to become the first American to make the 2019 Worlds team. Finishing in 25.48, Dahlia also broke the meet record of 25.50 held by Dara Torres from 2009. Joining her under 26 seconds was Team Elite’s Kendyl Stewart (25.83), who was followed by teammates Hellen Moffitt (26.45) and Sarah Gibson (26.65).

Rounding out the A-final was Torri Huske (26.71), Christie Jensen (26.73), Amanda Kendall (26.82), and Veronica Burchill (26.85).

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Jackie Gilliland

5 years ago

Hey Debbie Maxa, look at this! Great huh?

Thomas A. Small

5 years ago

Congratulations