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Michael Phelps won the 200-meter butterfly in 1 minute, 52.76 seconds, but he said afterward he wasn’t satisfied with his time.

Phelps wins; Peirsol sets record in backstroke

10:32 PM CDT

Michael Phelps won the 200-meter freestyle and 200 butterfly at the U.S. nationals Wednesday night, earning himself a trip to the world championships later this month. Aaron Peirsol created the biggest buzz at the Indiana University Natatorium pool by reclaiming his world record in the 100 backstroke. The Olympic champion trailed Matt Grevers at 50 meters before pouring it on down the stretch to win in 51.94 seconds.