How Much Do B-Finals Matter at NCAAs?
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Swimming
An Analysis of the 2023 NCAA 50 Freestyle
The 50-yard freestyle at Men’s NCAA Championships is the fastest, arguably most intense race in all of swimming. It’s always one that gets a lot of attention because of the pure speed, power, and athleticism required to excel in such a short, explosive race. In 2023 though, the event was the center of attention for
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What if Malcolm Gladwell Scored Swim Meets?
Swim meet scoring is largely standardized. A swimmer’s finishing place in their event earns their team or country a predetermined number of points; perhaps 6 points for 1st, 4 points for 2nd, 3 points for 3rd, 2 points for 4th, and 1 point for 5th (a typical high school dual-meet format). There can be some
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