Article 5MJMP Is Tokyo the Olympics where USA’s swimming empire crumbles?

Is Tokyo the Olympics where USA’s swimming empire crumbles?

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Tom Dart in Tokyo
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The retirement of big stars have some speculating whether the American era is over. But Katie Ledecky and Caeleb Dressel are still powerhouses

Success at Olympic trials is an invitation to look ahead, but the new star of American men's swimming sounded nostalgic when he confirmed his trip to Tokyo.

Caeleb Dressel may well win gold in three individual events in Japan, but he reflected on what the US team has lost as well as what the coming days may bring.

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