Official results from the International Olympic Committee (IOC)

Team USA Wins First Gold at Paris Olympics in Men's 4x100m Freestyle Relay, Dressel Anchors with 3:09.28

Jul 27, 2024, 08:26 PM

The United States secured its first gold medal of the 2024 Paris Olympics by winning the men's 4x100-meter freestyle relay at La Défense Arena. The team, consisting of Jack Alexy, Chris Giuliano, Hunter Armstrong, and Caeleb Dressel, finished with a time of 3:09.28, nearly breaking the world record. Dressel, who anchored the relay, earned his eighth Olympic gold medal. Australia and Italy finished second and third with times of 3:10.35 and 3:10.70, respectively. This victory marks Team USA's third consecutive gold in this event.