Peirsol reclaims 100m backstroke world record

Aaron Peirsol reclaimed the 100 metres backstroke world record on Wednesday, clocking 51.94 seconds at the US National championships. Peirsol became the first man to dip under 52 seconds with the......

Phelps tastes first defeat in a year

Michael Phelps was jolted by a rare defeat and reminded of the work that lies ahead after he finished second to Aaron Peirsol in the 100 metres backstroke at the Charlotte Grand Prix on Saturday.......

Coughlin, Peirsol blitz to world records

Natalie Coughlin and Aaron Peirsol blitzed to world records in the 100 meters backstroke to highlight another breathless day of action at the US Olympic swimming trials on Tuesday. Coughlin sparked......

Phelps gets fourth gold

Aaron Peirsol and Leisel Jones set world records to win their second gold medals at the world championships in Montreal on Friday, while Michael Phelps collected his fourth courtesy of another......

Peirsol, Beard set world records

Aaron Peirsol broke his 200 metres backstroke world record and Amanda Beard regained hers in the breaststroke at the U.S. Olympic Trials on Monday.Peirsol clocked one minute 54.74 seconds, more......