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Ryan Murphy Wins Gold, Conor Dwyer Takes Home Bronze in Olympics Swimming Events!

Ryan Murphy celebrates after winning the gold medal in the Men’s 100m backstroke event during the 2016 Rio Summer Olympics on Monday (August 8) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The 21-year-old swimmer beat out his teammate David Plummer, who came in third place and won the bronze medal.

Conor Dwyer, one of the star swimmers who you will remember from the 2012 games, won the bronze medal in the Men’s 200m freestyle that evening as well. He was beat out by China’s Sun Yang and South Africa’s Chad le Clos.

10+ pictures inside of the swimmers celebrating their wins… More Here! »

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U.S. Men's Olympic Swimming Team 2016 - Roster & Athletes!

With the competition rounds of the 2016 Rio Summer Olympics kicking off this weekend, let’s take a moment to meet the U.S. Men’s Swimming Team!

The team will feature such star athletes as Michael Phelps, Ryan Lochte, Nathan Adrian, and Conor Dwyer, who have all represented the U.S. in previous games.

Some of the star rookies that you should keep an eye on include 21-year-old Ryan Murphy, the current American record-holder in the 100- and 200-meter men’s backstroke.

19-year-old Caeleb Dressel is also considered to be one to watch. He will be competing in the 100-meter freestyle race.

Click inside to see the full roster for the U.S. Men’s Olympic Swimming Team… More Here! »

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