[PHOTO GALLERY] Day 3 of the 2018 Phillips 66 U.S. National Championships

Photo Courtesy: Peter H. Bick

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Day three of the 2018 Phillips 66 U.S. National Championships continued the momentum of the first two days with American records and U.S. Open records tumbling down.

Ryan Murphy shattered the American, U.S. Open, and Championship records in the men’s 50 back, posting a final time of 24.24. His time takes down Randall Ball’s 2008 record of 24.33.

Michael Andrew added his own U.S. Open record in the men’s 50 breast. He delivered a 26.84 to be the only athletes beneath the 27-second mark.

Team USA veterans collected victories in several events as Lilly King, Caeleb Dressel, Kelsi Dahlia, and Chase Kalisz picked up wins in the 50 breast, men’s and women’s 100 fly, and 400 IM respectively.

The theme of the meet continues to be upsets as Ally McHugh delivered a monstrous final 100 meters to upset the field and win the women’s 400 IM. Brooke Forde added a silver medal in the event and earn a spot on her first international roster.

Read the full recap of the third night of competition by clicking here.

Swimming World’s chief photographer Peter H. Bick was on deck capturing the action and excitement, while Swimming World’s Andy Ross and David Rieder captured video interviews throughout the finals session.

Remember to follow along with all of Swimming World’s coverage of the 2018 Phillips 66 National Championships on the national championships meet page.

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