What a swim! Many familiar faces and names here, Leisel Jones, defending champion Rebecca Soni who has been dominant in this field since Beijing, 18 year old Tera Van Beilen who got gold and silver at the 100m & 200m breaststroke events back in 2010 YOG. They all made it to the semifinals. But what made my heart warm is really Rūta Meilutytė, who became the fastest qualifier. I thought she emerged out of nowhere, how ignorant of me. This young 15 year old has broke 9 Lithuanian records since making her appearance in the professional scene. She was so overwhelmed that when she emerged out of the water, she broke down. It must have been the fastest she has ever swam and she couldn't believe it. She out-swam Soni to become the fastest qualifier for the events. I hope she continue that speed! It's gonna be a match to look out for!
Semifinals:
1. Rūta Meilutytė (Ltu)
2. Rebecca Soni (Usa)
3. Iuliia Efimova (Rus)
4. Breeja Larson (Usa)
5. Leisel Jones (Aus)
6. Satomi Suzuki (Jpn)
7. Sarah Poewe (Ger)
8. Jennie Johansson (Swe)
9. Pikke Pedersen (Den)
10. Alia Atinson (Jam)
11. Leiston Pickett (Aus)
12. Suzaan van Bilkon (Rsa)
13. Zhao Jin (Chn)
14. Mina Matsushima (Jpn)
15. Jillian Tyler (Can)
16. Tera Van Beilen (Can)
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| an emotional Ruta |
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