Cal alumni Ryan Murphy kept alive his hopes of winning a gold-medal in the 100-meter backstroke, but he barely made it and had some anxious moments before he kn ...

The history of the backstroke start is extensive due to regulations from World Aquatics and new wedge systems.

Four-time Olympic gold medalist Ryan Murphy secured a spot in the men's 100-meter backstroke finals at the Paris Olympics on Sunday.

NANTERRE, FRANCE - AUGUST 01: Kaylee McKeown of Team Australia competes in the Women's 200m Backstroke Semifinals on day six of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Paris La Defense Arena on August 01 ...