We're previewing all the races that will take place at the U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials.Women's 100 Meter Freestyle
What to watch for: Like the men, this is our first introduction to the sprinters on the women's side. The top ten seeds in this event read like a who's who of American swimming. Watch for a powerful kick and stroke that doesn't shorten even pushing into the finish. Like the 50 meter freestyle, there's little time to make up for a mistake, so a poor start will likely leave anyone out of the top two spots.
What it takes: Natalie Coughlin is on a high from setting the world record in the 100 meter backstroke yesterday and is relaxed because she already knows she's going to Beijing. Not only will Coughlin be a contender here, but Olympic veterans Amanda Weir, Kara Lynn Joyce, and Dara Torres will all be vying for a spot as well.
Unlikely underdogs: Not that Dara Torres is actually an underdog per se, but as the sixth seed, she's going to have a tough road to go to swim the 100 free as an individual event in Beijing. Torres' event is the shorter 50 meter freestyle, but don't count her out here.
My prediction: Coughlin will add another event and she'll be joined by Georgia Bulldog Joyce.
