US team low key going into championships

Although it has come to Shanghai with a star-studded lineup, the United States swimming team is keeping relatively low key and is wary of China's home advantage.

"We don't have any secrets or surprises coming here. We came here for a great competition and as a step up to next year, (we are) not focusing on medals," Eddie Reese, the US men's squad's coach, told a press conference on Saturday.

Spearheaded by 14-time Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps and fellow star swimmer Ryan Lochte, the 42-strong US roster also features Natalie Coughlin and Rebecca Soni on the women's side.