Latest Simone Manuel News
A look back at the US swimming trials, which were a big hit in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The crowds were large and raucous. The biggest stars largely lived up to their billing. And plenty of promising young swimmers emerged over nine days in Indiana. The U.S. Olympic swimming trials wrapped up Sunday night with the final two events at Lucas Oil...
Simone Manuel channels her winning side, touches first in 50 free to claim individual Olympic race
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Simone Manuel was feeling a bit down as she prepared for her final shot to swim an individual event at the Paris Olympics. So she pulled out some video of her greatest hits. Talk about a confidence boost. The first Black female...
American swimming stars Dressel and Manuel settle for relay spots at US swim trials
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Coming back from lengthy layoffs, American swimming stars Caeleb Dressel and Simone Manuel were eager to claim their first individual events of the Paris Olympics. Instead, they had to settle for supporting roles. Dressel finished third in the...
U.S. Olympic trials feels like Super Bowl of swimming at home of NFL Colts
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The U.S. Olympic swimming trials will make a splash on their grandest stage yet — a temporary pool inside the massive domed stadium that is home to the NFL's Indianapolis Colts. The powerhouse American team will be determined over the nine-day, prime-time...
Simone Manuel returns from overtraining syndrome with her eyes on Paris Olympics
ATLANTA (AP) — As Simone Manuel zig-zags her way through a cramped deck brimming with swimmers, she's reminded there are still some things she finds annoying about her sport. “I'm not sure a crowded pool deck is always the most fun,” she quips, breaking into a grin. “I don't...
