Kamis, 13 Desember 2012

USA confirms tradition of success in the 4x100m free


RENANG INDONESIA-Winners of this event on three occasions, the United Statesgot the gold once more in the men’s 4x100m free relay, in a time of 3:06.40. Thanks to Anthony Ervin, Ryan Lochte, James Feigen and Matt Grevers, the North Americans beat the Italians, the fastest of the heats. In the end, the European team clocked 3:07.07 for silver, while Australia arrived closely behind for bronze, in a time of 3:07.27. Russiaand Brazil, respectively second and third in 2010, could not reach the podium in Istanbul. France, the winner two years ago, was the illustrious absent at these Championships.

World Record: United States, 3:03.30 – December 19, 2009 in Manchester (GBR)
Championships Record: France, 3:04.78 – December 15, 2010 in Dubai (UAE)
Last five (2002-2010) winners in this event: 2002 – United States (3:10.64); 2004 – United States (3:09.96); 2006 – Italy (3:10.74); 2008 – United States (3:08.44); 2010 – France (3:04.78)

The best in this event (1. most victories or 2. fastest time): United States(2002, 2004, 2008 & 2012)

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