Missy Franklin won her third individual NCAA title in the 200 freestyle with a sub-1:40 time.
This swim was a signature moment in her college career.
What happened?
Missy Franklin had captured her first individual Olympic gold medal less than three years earlier.
She came from behind to beat Australia's Emily Seebohm in the women's 100-meter backstroke.
Why it matters for Missy Franklin
Franklin's win in the 200 freestyle was a dominant performance, breaking the world record in the process.
She also helped the United States to a pair of relay triumphs.
But on this spring evening in Greensboro, N.C., Franklin pumped her fist and slammed the water.
What comes next?
Franklin's celebrations were otherwise reserved after each gold medal, but this swim meant something extra special.
She flashed her trademark smile in a show of genuine joy.
And her college career was marked by several notable achievements.
Franklin won a total of four individual NCAA titles.
She was a key player in the United States' relay teams.
So her performance in the 200 freestyle was a highlight of her college career.
But it was not the only notable event of the week.
Other swimmers, including Katie Ledecky and Caeleb Dressel, were finalists for the U.S. Sports Academy's 2021 Athlete of the Year ballot.
And Jacob Pebley weighed in on the debate over transgender swimmers.
He advocated for a consideration of mental health for swimmers involved.
As for Franklin, her win in the 200 freestyle was a testament to her hard work and dedication.
She was a dominant force in the pool, and her college career was marked by several notable achievements.
But the week also saw other notable events in the swimming world.
Lia Thomas won twice in her final home meet of the season.
And Julia Podkoscielny verbally committed to the University of Florida for 2023.