Phelps earns relay gold medal, Peirsol sets 200m backstroke mark Aug 1, 2009
By Tony Gentile, Reuters. Michael Phelps yells encouragement to his teammates after his leg of the 4x200-meter freestyle relay in Rome on Friday. (USA Today -- Sports)
Cavic sets record ahead of Phelps showdown Aug 1, 2009
Aaron Peirsol made up for a huge disappointment in the best way possible, obliterating the world record in the 200 backstroke and getting back at Lochte, who beat his fellow American in that event at both the 2007 worlds in Melbourne and last summer on the biggest stage of all. This wasnt just any race for Peirsol, not after what happened Monday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Peirsol breaks record in 200 backstroke Aug 1, 2009
ROME (AP) -Aaron Peirsol knew he'd gone fast enough before he even touched the wall. He spun around with a big smile and gave the water a roundhouse punch. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Cavic breaks 100 fly record Aug 1, 2009
Aaron Peirsol made up for a huge disappointment in the best way possible, obliterating the world record in the 200 backstroke and getting back at Ryan Lochte, who beat his fellow American in that event at both the 2007 worlds in Melbourne and last summer on the biggest stage of all. Four world records were set in the first three events of the night, not long after governing body FINA announced its ban on bodysuits would take effect the first day of 2010. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Australians cast in bronze as more records tumble Aug 1, 2009
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Libby Trickett congratulates Germany's Britta Steffen after the women's 100m freestyle final. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Peirsol has a new plan for 200 back Jul 30, 2009
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Phelps faces a new challenger in the pool Jul 29, 2009
Aaron Peirsol of the United States, top, and Helge Meeuw of Germany start a preliminary heat in the 100-meter backstroke Monday ... No one was more disappointed than Aaron Peirsol, the world record-holder and two-time Olympic champion in the 100 backstroke. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Green triumphs in extra holes Jul 29, 2009
Swimming: On a night when five more world records fell, Aaron Peirsol still figured he could coast through the semifinals of the 100-meter backstroke. Big mistake. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Swimming’s stunner: Phelps loses to German Jul 29, 2009
Taking advantage of Aaron Peirsol s shocking elimination in the semifinals of the 100 back, Japan s Junya Koga captured the world title in 52. 26. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
As records fall, Peirsol takes tumble Jul 29, 2009
Aaron Peirsol failed to make the finals of 100-meter backstroke. Now thats a stunner. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
* As more records shatter, Peirsol provides a stunner Jul 29, 2009
MISCALCULATION:: Less than a month after setting the 100m backstroke record, Aaron Peirsol made a blunder that cost him a spot in the World Championship final AP, ROME Wednesday, Jul 29, 2009, Page 20 ... On a night when five more world records bit the dust, Aaron Peirsol still figured he could just coast through the semi-finals of his signature event. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Phelps faces big challenge at worlds in 200 free Jul 28, 2009
No one was more disappointed than Aaron Peirsol, the world record-holder and two-time Olympic champion in the 100 backstroke. He was stunningly knocked out in the semifinals, caught off guard by the lightning-quick times that turned the record book obsolete. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Peirsol takes a tumble Jul 28, 2009
Aaron Peirsol failed to make the finals of 100-meter backstroke ... Aaron Peirsol failed to make the finals of 100-meter backstroke. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Peirsol fails to qualify for 100-meter back final Jul 28, 2009
Aaron Peirsol knocked out of 100-meter backstroke in semifinals - More Sports - SI.com ... Aaron Peirsol was knocked out of the 100m backstroke in the semis ... ROME (AP) -- On a night when five more world records fell, Aaron Peirsol still figured he could coast through the semifinals of his signature event. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
More swimming records fall Jul 28, 2009
Aaron Peirsol failed to make the 100-meter backstroke finals. More Sports. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Flying Swede Jul 28, 2009
Meanwhile, world and Olympic champion Aaron Peirsol failed to qualify for the 100m backstroke final after finishing ninth overall in yesterdays semi-finals. The American was fourth in the second semi-final to miss out, while Japans Junya Koga set a championship record of 52. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Rookie Error Jul 28, 2009
Olympic medalist Aaron Peirsol misses final due to rookie mistake - Brian Cazeneuve - SI.com ... Aaron Peirsol's strategic error cost the Olympic champion a chance at the world championship in the 100m backstroke ... Aaron Peirsol is one the greatest swimmers of his generation, arguably the greatest backstroker of all time. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Swim suits make their marks Jul 28, 2009
The biggest shocker of the world meet so far has been Aaron Peirsol s failure to make the final of the 100 backstroke, the event he has owned at the last two Olympics and last three world championships. I thought I was going fast, said Peirsol, who d set a world record of 51. (Boston Globe)
Shocker! Peirsol fails to make final Jul 28, 2009
Aaron Peirsol reacts after failing to make the final of the men's 100 backstroke ... Aaron Peirsol failed to make the finals of 100-meter backstroke. (MSNBC -- Sports)
* ANALYSIS: Rome championships could be swimmers fastest Jul 26, 2009
A lot of us are joking that this might be the fastest we ever go, US backstroker Aaron Peirsol said. We might as well enjoy this year. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Making A Splash Jul 25, 2009
And watch the showdown between Lochte and Aaron Peirsol in the 200 back. That should be a one-two finish with both men challenging Peirsol's world record of 1:53. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
NewSwimsuit issue: Sport's leaders say 'Not so fast' Jul 24, 2009
"When you put that thing on, it feels amazing," said American backstroke star Aaron Peirsol, who wears the Arena X-Glide. "It definitely feels like something different than the suits we used five or six years ago.". (Florida Times-Union)
As times plunge, new suits' enhancing effects spur debate Jul 22, 2009
At nationals, Aaron Peirsol set two backstroke world records in an Arena X-Glide suit ... Olympic champion Aaron Peirsol, who broke two backstroke world records at the U.S. championships in an Arena X-Glide, says FINA "might have to do what they did with the East Germans (after they were caught doping) in the late '80s just keep the records and eventually they'll get broken.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Phelps slips under radar at worlds camp Jul 19, 2009
Swimmer Aaron Peirsol from the U.S. looks on during a training session in Riccione, northern Italy, Saturday, July 18, 2009, in view of Rome's 2009 World Swimming Championships. (AP Photo/Felice Calabro') AP. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Olympic AOTW Jul 15, 2009
While Aaron Peirsol and Michael Phelps set world records at the meet, Shanteau's return to top form after his cancer scare resonated with our panel. For his efforts, Shanteau is this week's USA TODAY Olympic Athlete of the Week. (USA Today -- Sports)
Peirsol smashes 200m record Jul 13, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS (Indiana): Aaron Peirsol broke the 200m backstroke world record on Saturday, clocking 1:53 ... Looking great: Aaron Peirsol looks at his time after breaking the 200m backstroke world record on Saturday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Phelps, inexperience mesh on U.S. worlds team Jul 13, 2009
Olympians Dara Torres, Aaron Peirsol and Ryan Lochte will be there too, but there's plenty of inexperienced youngsters joining them. "It'll be a real challenge to be close to our medal count from 2007," said Mark Schubert, head coach and general manager of the U.S. national team. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Phelps cruises through nationals, shapes up for worlds Jul 13, 2009
Backstroker Aaron Peirsol still is in top form, though, setting two world records in nationals. Like Phelps, Dana Vollmer, Ryan Lochte and Eric Shanteau all qualified for worlds in three individual events. (USA Today -- Sports)
Peirsol completes record double at US swim meet Jul 12, 2009
Aaron Peirsol starts the 200m backstroke final on day five of the 2009 ConocoPhillips Nationals Championships & World Championship Trials, on July 11, at the Indiana University Natatorium in Indianapolis ... INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana (AFP) - Aaron Peirsol completed a world record double at the US Swimming Championships with his 200m backstroke triumph, but said the battle for supremacy in the event remains wide open. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Peirsol Sets World Mark In 200m Backstroke Jul 12, 2009
(Sports Network) - Aaron Peirsol eclipsed the world record in winning the 200-meter backstroke Saturday night at the USA Swimming Championships. Peirsol, the reigning Olympic silver medalist, finished the race in 1 minute, 53. (ABC 7 News, DC)
U.S. Swimming Championships: Peirsol breaks record Jul 12, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS -- Aaron Peirsol broke the world record in the 200-meter backstroke at U.S. nationals last night, beating previous owner Ryan Lochte and lowering his second world mark in three days. The Olympic silver medalist touched in 1 minute, 53. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Jones sets U.S. record in 50 free Jul 12, 2009
In another outstanding performance Saturday, Aaron Peirsol took custody of the 200-meter backstroke world record. Peirsol beat previous owner Ryan Lochte while lowering his second world mark in three days. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Peirsol Sets 200m Back World Record On Final Day Of Conocophillips USA Swimming National Championships Jul 12, 2009
Three-time Olympian Aaron Peirsol (Irvine, Calif. set his second world record of the meet, smashing the mark in the 200m back by nearly a second with a time of 1:53. (FOX59, IN)
Peirsol sets world record in 200 backstroke at U.S. nationals Jul 12, 2009
Aaron Peirsol waves to the crowd after setting a new world record in the 200-meter backstroke at the USA championships, besting the previous mark held by Ryan Lochte, left, who finished second on Saturday ... INDIANAPOLIS (AP) Aaron Peirsol took temporary custody of the 200-meter backstroke world record. (USA Today -- Sports)
Peirsol breaks Lochte's world record in 200 back Jul 12, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS (AP): Aaron Peirsol has broken the world record in the 200-meter backstroke at the U.S. championships on Saturday. The Olympic silver medalist touched in 1 minute, 53. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Who are you wearing? Tog-of-war risks turning sport into farce Jul 11, 2009
Aaron Peirsol was wearing the once-banned X-Glide when he reclaimed the 100 metres backstroke world record this week. The various suits have their pros and cons. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Lochte flirts with world swim record in 200m medley Jul 11, 2009
Olympic backstroke silver medallist Matt Grevers, who finished second in the 100m back to world record-breaking Aaron Peirsol on Wednesday, earned relay consideration in Rome with a fourth-placed finish in 48. 27. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Phelps breaks Crocker's world record in 100 fly Jul 11, 2009
Aaron Peirsol, Irvine, Calif ... Aaron Peirsol was third in 51. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
* Sports Briefs Jul 10, 2009
Aaron Peirsol reclaimed his world record in the 100m backstroke at the US championships on Wednesday. The Olympic champion trailed Matt Grevers at 50m, then poured it on to win in 51. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Phelps Sets World Record In 100m Butterfly Jul 10, 2009
84 seconds off the pace, and Aaron Peirsol (51. 30) came in third. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Phelps, Peirsol stand out at national meet Jul 10, 2009
Aaron Peirsol reacts to setting a world record during the final of the 100-meter backstroke at the U.S. National Swimming Championships on Wednesday ... Aaron Peirsol reacts to setting a world record during the final of the 100-meter backstroke at the U.S. National Swimming Championships on Wednesday ... Aaron Peirsol created the biggest buzz at the Indiana University Natatorium pool by reclaiming his world record in the 100 backstroke. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
American Peirsol breaks world record for the sixth time Jul 10, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS: Aaron Peirsol over-shadowed Michael Phelps first ap--pearance at the US National Swim-ming Championships on Wed-nes-day, reclaiming his 100m backstroke world record with a stunning swim ... I did it again: Aaron Peirsol reacts after setting a new world record in the mens 100m backstroke at the US National Championships in Indianapolis on Wednesday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Aaron Peirsol reclaims 100m backstroke world mark Jul 9, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Aaron Peirsol has reclaimed his world record in the 100-meter backstroke at the US championships. The Olympic champion trailed Matt Grevers at 50 meters, then poured it on to win in 51. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Schmitt places second in 200 freestyle Jul 9, 2009
Aaron Peirsol created the biggest buzz at the Indiana University Natatorium pool by reclaiming his world record in the 100 backstroke with a time of 51. 94 seconds. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Phelps advances; Peirsol sets 100 back record at US swimming nationals Jul 9, 2009
Aaron Peirsol reacts to setting a world record during the finals of the men's 100-meter backstroke at the U.S. National Swimming Championships in Indianapolis, Wednesday ... Aaron Peirsol created the biggest buzz at the Indiana University Natatorium pool by reclaiming his world record in the 100 backstroke. (Helena Independent Record)
Peirsol swims to backstroke world record Jul 9, 2009
Aaron Peirsol created the biggest buzz in the Indiana University Natatorium by reclaiming his world record in the 100 backstroke. The Olympic champion trailed Matt Grevers at 50 meters before pouring it on to win in 51. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Report: Top Cuban prospect defects Jul 3, 2009
Faber s time beat American Aaron Peirsol s 52. 54 mark set in the Beijing Olympics. (Boston Globe)
Phelps, Torres to swim at US nationals in Indy Jun 30, 2009
Others expected to compete in Indianapolis include Olympians Aaron Peirsol, Ryan Lochte, Matt Grevers, Katie Hoff, Cullen Jones, Margaret Hoelzer, Christine Magnuson and Garrett Weber-Gale. ADVERTISEMENT. (Anchorage Daily News)
Marathon trials may need different approach Jun 2, 2009
Phelps, who'll likely be competing in this summer's World Championships in Rome, won the 200-meter freestyle and 100 butterfly and was second to Olympic champ Aaron Peirsol in the 100 backstroke and France's Fred Bousquet in the 100 freestyle. "I was just excited to race," said Phelps, who was coming off a three-month suspension for his party bong incident last fall. (Boston Globe)
On the fly: Lauterstein speaks as fast as he swims May 23, 2009
" Phelps added 10 kilograms to his previously lean frame during his post-Beijing binge. The extra weight was gone when he returned to competition at a low-key meeting in the US last week, but his results were less than spectacular. He lost to Frenchman Frederick Bousquet in the 100m freestyle and countryman Aaron Peirsol in the 200m backstroke while getting around in a physical condition he described as "semi-shape". "He's probably not going to be at his peak in Rome," Lauterstein says. "The... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
* FINA rejects 10 high-tech swimsuits May 23, 2009
US five-time Olympic gold medalist Aaron Peirsol signed with Arena last week and wore the X-Glide for the first time while beating Michael Phelps in the 100m backstroke at the Charlotte UltraSwim meet. Im glad I got to wear it once, Peirsol told reporters. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
FINA approves 202, rejects 10 high-tech swimsuits May 20, 2009
"We don't want to get into controversy with manufacturers, or get into more speculation,'' FINA executive director Cornel Marculescu said.American star Aaron Peirsol, who has won five Olympic gold medals, signed with Arena last week. At the Charlotte UltraSwim meet, he wore the X-Glide for the first time while beating Michael Phelps in the 100 backstroke.It could be the only time."I'm glad I got to wear it once,'' Peirsol told The Associated Press on Tuesday night. "I wanted to see what all the... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Phelps Heads to The Mountains After 2 Losses May 19, 2009
While his upper body looked a bit more muscular, the result of a new weight-training regimen, a loss to Aaron Peirsol in the 100 backstroke showed his legs still need work. But Phelps won with better-than-expected times in the 100 butterfly and 200 free, showing he's not that far from returning to form. (W-USA News, DC)
Frenchman Bousquet beats Phelps in 100m freestyle May 19, 2009
Aaron Peirsol beat Phelps in the 200m backstroke on Saturday. Bousquet went out strong, ensuring he had a big enough lead to hold off Phelps at the end even as Beijing Olympics star Phelps experimented with a new straight-arm stroke that is supposed to provide more speed. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Phelps tastes his first defeat in a year May 18, 2009
CHARLOTTE (North Carolina): Michael Phelps was jolted by a rare defeat and reminded of the work that lies ahead after he finished second to Aaron Peirsol in the 100m backstroke at the Charlotte Grand Prix on Saturday. Phelps, on only his second day of competition since his record eight gold medal haul at the Beijing Olympics, was well beaten to the wall, his time of 53. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Two Days, Two Losses for Michael Phelps (9:39 pm) May 18, 2009
Aaron Peirsol beat him in the 200 backstroke. (Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. (WTVR.com, VA)
Bolt's back with another world best May 18, 2009
Aaron Peirsol beat Phelps in the 200 backstroke Saturday, and Phelps finished with two wins (200 free and 100 backstroke) in his first competition since Beijing, as well as a three-month suspension by USA Swimming after being photographed using a marijuana pipe. At Carson, Calif. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Phelps loses to Olympic rival in backstroke May 18, 2009
(CNN) -- Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps suffered his first defeat in a championship race in a year when he lost the 100-meter backstroke to world-record holder Aaron Peirsol at the Charlotte UltraSwim in North Carolina. Michael Phelps stands on the podium with Aaron Peirsol after the men's 100m backstroke final Saturday. (CNN -- US)
SATURDAY: PHELPS FALTERS May 18, 2009
Backstroke king Aaron Peirsol showed Phelps he isn't ready to cede his title any time soon, powering past Phelps with a strong finishing kick to win the 100-meter backstroke at the Charlotte UltraSwim, the first meet for both since last summer's Beijing Olympics. "It's going to come back with me" to training, said Phelps, who didn't compete in the backstroke in Beijing but would like to at the 2012 Olympics. (USA Today -- Sports)
High-tech swimsuits give a power boost to freestyle May 18, 2009
Swimsuits that allow competitors such as Michael Phelps, left, and Aaron Peirsol to expend less energy in the pool also have led to a rise in popularity of the straight-arm freestyle stroke ... "I just don't want to see the integrity of the sport compromised," the USA's Aaron Peirsol said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Phelps loses in 100-meter freestyle at Charlotte meet May 18, 2009
In the 100 backstroke Saturday, Phelps finished behind the two-time reigning Olympic champion in the event, Aaron Peirsol. Phelps recently came off a three-month suspension after a photo surfaced of him with a marijuana bong. (USA Today -- Sports)
Phelps loses second straight May 18, 2009
Phelps finished second in two UltraSwim events -- losing to Bousquet on Sunday and to Aaron Peirsol in the 100 backstrokeSaturday--and he dropped out of the final of the 50-meter freestyle. His final tally was two firsts, two seconds and one "incomplete.". (News & Observer -- Sports)
SWIMMING 2 losses in 2 days for Phelps at Charlotte event May 18, 2009
Aaron Peirsol beat Phelps in the 200 backstroke Saturday. The Frenchman touched in 48. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Phelps Ready to Get Back to Work After 2 Losses May 18, 2009
But before heading to the airport, he predicted that Phelps would be eager to return to training after losing to world-record holder Aaron Peirsol in the 100 backstroke on Saturday. Now, he's twice as motivated. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Swimming: Bousquet beats Phelps in 100m freestyle final May 18, 2009
Phelps, who had not lost a final in a year until world record-holder and Olympic champion Aaron Peirsol beat him in the 100 back on Saturday, suffered his second finals defeat in a row after 200m free and 100m butterfly victories on Friday. "I need to have some of Fred's front-end 50 speed," Phelps said. (Channelnewsasia.com)
