Get ready for the thrilling conclusion of the 2025 Minnesota Invite! The Cal Bears are dominating this meet, and tonight promises an exciting finale.
The hosts have opted for the traditional NCAA event order, which means we're in for a treat with the 1650 freestyle, 200 backstroke, 100 freestyle, 200 breaststroke, 200 butterfly, and the highly anticipated 400 freestyle relay.
Let's dive into the action and uncover the top performers in each event!
Women's 1650 Freestyle - Timed Finals
The NCAA record for this event is held by the legendary Katie Ledecky, with an incredible time of 15:03.31. The qualifying time for the 2026 NCAA Championships is set at 16:25.29, while the 2025 NCAA Invite saw a faster pace with a time of 16:09.37. Here are the top 8 finishers:
Men's 1650 Freestyle - Timed Finals
Bobby Finke, representing Florida, holds the NCAA record with a stunning time of 14:12.08. The 2026 qualifying mark is 15:06.60, but the 2025 NCAA Invite saw an even faster performance, with a time of 14:48.80. Let's meet the top 8:
Women's 200 Backstroke - Final
Claire Curzan of UVA set the NCAA record in 2025 with a time of 1:46.82. The qualifying time for 2026 is 1:54.80, while the 2025 NCAA Invite saw a strong performance at 1:53.31. Here are the top 8:
Men's 200 Backstroke - Final
Hubi Kos, swimming for Texas, holds the NCAA record with a remarkable time of 1:34.21. The 2026 qualifying time is 1:42.14, but the 2025 NCAA Invite saw an impressive 1:40.13. Let's celebrate the top 8:
Women's 100 Freestyle - Final
Gretchen Walsh of UVA owns the NCAA record with a lightning-fast time of 44.71. The 2026 qualifying time is set at 48.60, while the 2025 NCAA Invite witnessed a close race with a time of 48.11. Here are the top 8:
Men's 100 Freestyle - Final
Jordan Crooks, representing Tennessee, holds the NCAA record with an incredible 38.83. The qualifying time for 2026 is 42.55, but the 2025 NCAA Invite saw a tight competition with a time of 41.95. Let's meet the top 8:
Women's 200 Breaststroke - Final
Kate Douglass, also from UVA, set the NCAA record in 2023 with a time of 2:01.29. The 2026 qualifying time is 2:11.27, while the 2025 NCAA Invite saw a strong performance at 2:09.58. Here are the top 8:
Men's 200 Breaststroke - Final
Leon Marchand, swimming for Arizona State, holds the NCAA record with a time of 1:46.35. The 2026 qualifying time is 1:54.95, but the 2025 NCAA Invite saw an impressive 1:52.89. Let's recognize the top 8:
Women's 200 Butterfly - Final
Emma Sticklen of Texas set the NCAA record in 2025 with a time of 1:49.11. The qualifying time for 2026 is 1:57.11, while the 2025 NCAA Invite saw a competitive race with a time of 1:55.82. Here are the top 8:
Men's 200 Butterfly - Final
Luca Urlando, representing Georgia, holds the NCAA record with a time of 1:36.41. The 2026 qualifying time is 1:43.79, but the 2025 NCAA Invite saw an exciting performance at 1:41.45. Let's celebrate the top 8:
Women's 400 Freestyle Relay - Timed Finals
Virginia holds the NCAA record with a time of 3:05.84. The 'A' cut for the NCAA Championships is 3:13.62, while the 'B' cut is 3:14.92. Let's see who made it to the podium:
Men's 400 Freestyle Relay - Timed Finals
Tennessee owns the NCAA record with a time of 2:42.30. The 'A' cut is 2:49.36, and the 'B' cut is 2:50.42. Let's find out who took home the top honors:
Stay tuned for more exciting swim meets and keep the conversation going! Who do you think will make a splash in the upcoming competitions? Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments!
