Former World Record Holder in 200-meter breaststroke, USA's Brendan Hansen has failed to make for the Beijing Olympics. He could not make it to the US team after he faltered in the race and finished 4th.Hansen led the first 150 meters, only to fade badly on the final lap as Scott Spann powered to the biggest win of his career. Eric Shanteau was second. Brendan Hansen has still has a spot in the Olympic team in the 100 meters breast stroke and most likely in the 400 medley relay.
MEN'S 200 BREASTSTROKE FINAL
1. Scott Spann 2:09.97
2. Eric Shanteau 2:10.36
3. Scott Usher 2:11.00
4. Brendan Hansen 2:11.37
5. Clark Burckle 2:13.86
6. John Criste 2:13.87
7. Ryan Hurley 2:13.90
8. Giordan Pagioli 2:15.07
