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Beisel Headed to Olympics, Hoelzer Sets Record

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Story Created: Jul 6, 2008 at 9:20 AM EDT

Story Updated: Jul 6, 2008 at 9:32 AM EDT

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - Margaret Hoelzer has set the ninth world record of the U.S. swimming trials, winning the 200-meter backstroke in 2 minute, 6.09 seconds.

The 25-year-old got a great surge off the wall heading into her third lap, then closed strong to beat the record of 2:06.39 set by Zimbabwe's Kirsty Coventry in February.

Fifteen-year-old Saunderstown native Elizabeth Beisel, a rising star in American swimming, rallied to take the second Olympic spot in 2:06.92. Hard-luck Hayley McGregory finished third again, matching herfinish in the 100 back and denying her a berth on the Beijing team.

Tuesday, Jul 22 at 5:25 PM L'olita wrote ...

I would like for Phila.to recognize and Outstanding Gentleman, who is going to the Olympics in August 2008 to compete in"JUDA" What's so exceptional about him? Dr.Andre Watson lost his sight at the age of 11. Has competed in life on all levels has always came out with Gold,Graduated from Central High School,Recieved a PhD,in Psychology.On August 30,2008 will be married to his Queen. Congratulations Dr.Watson U have always been a CHAMPION in our eyes.May God keep blessin U.L'olita,Phila.

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