The U.S. Open Swimming Championships are set to commence soon, with the annual tournament scheduled to take place from December 3 to 6 in Austin, Texas, at the University of Texas. Last year’s championships saw many exciting talents establish themselves, such as Charlie Egeland, who won the 200-yard IM, and Bradley Dunham, who earned the Men’s 500-yard freestyle title.
The 2025 edition brings a senior-level national meet back to Austin for the first time since 2018, with many top stars set to compete. Check out the schedule, dates, key information, and more below.
Schedule For The U.S. Open Swimming Championships 2025
Here is the full schedule and dates for the U.S. Open Swimming Championships 2025:
- Day 1, Wednesday, December 3
1500 Freestyle - Day 2, Thursday, December 4
50 Backstroke
400 Freestyle
200 Individual Medley
50 Breaststroke
50 Freestyle - Day 3, Friday, December 5
100 Butterfly
400 Individual Medley
100 Breaststroke
100 Backstroke
200 Freestyle - Day 4, Saturday, December 6
800 Freestyle
50 Butterfly
200 Backstroke
200 Breaststroke
100 Freestyle
200 Butterfly
Top Athletes To Watch Out For At The U.S. Open Swimming Championships 2025
This year’s championships feature numerous World and Olympic medalists, as well as NCAA stars seeking to establish themselves on the international stage. Canada’s Summer McIntosh will be competing in the tournament after her successful tenure at the World Championships, where she earned four gold medals. This year, the 19-year-old began training under Bob Bowman at the University of Texas after spending much of 2025 working in Antibes, France, with coach Fred Vergnoux.
Four-time Olympic gold medalist Leon Marchand will be competing in Austin and is set to focus on sprint and stroke events, in addition to the medley. He also trains at the University of Texas under Bowman, and will be looking for victory in what should be a familiar environment for him.
Caeleb Dressel, a nine-time Olympic gold medalist, will compete for the first time since the TYR Pro Swim Series in May. He will compete in the 50 freestyle, 50 butterfly, and 100 butterfly events as he targets a spot on Team USA for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Gretchen Walsh, who earned several medals at the Swimming World Cup, will be competing at the championships. She will race against national compatriot Kate Douglass, another World Cup medalist, in the 50 and 100 freestyle, as well as the breaststroke and IM events. Bringing a fresh rivalry and excitement to the tournament.
With a blend of seasoned champions and emerging talents, this year’s U.S. Open Swimming Championships are shaping up to be one of the most thrilling editions yet.