Which event did Peirsol win silver in at the 2008 Olympics?
200-meter backstroke
100-meter backstroke
4×100-meter medley relay
200-meter freestyle
Answer
Aaron Peirsol won the silver medal in the 200-meter backstroke at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. This event is a swimming race where competitors swim 200 meters on their backs. Peirsol finished second behind Ryan Lochte of the United States, who won the gold medal.
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