In the semi-final Ryan was ranked 4th overall, making tomorrows final in 21.92., his second best time ever and equals the Olympic qualifying time. Callum Bain was 9th and missed out on a place in the decider by 0.02.
Swim Ireland must now consider whether to send Ryan to Paris, having posted the Olympic qualifying time outside of their set qualification window.
Ellie McCartney finished 8th the 200m Individual Medley final.
In the 100m backstroke, Conor Ferguson secured another final place with a third placed finish in his heat and was 6th overall
The championships has faced interruptions due to thunderstorms in the area of the open air Belgrade pool. Leading to the men's 1500m final, featuring Irelands Nathan Wiffen, being postponed until Sunday.
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