Northwestern and Team USA swimmer Jordan Wilimovsky fell just short of the podium in the 1500 meter freestyle final on Saturday night, claiming fourth with a time of 14:45.03. It was a personal best swim for Wilimovsky.
Gregorio Paltrinieri (ITA) took gold, Connor Jaeger (USA) took silver and Gabriele Detti (ITA) took bronze. Wilimovsky missed a medal by about four seconds. The Wildcat looked to be in good position for a medal but faded somewhat over the last 300 meters or so, allowing Detti to pass him.
Wilimovsky qualified for Rio in the 1500 by taking second at U.