PNG’s big medal hope in the pool, Ryan Pini, has qualified for the final of the 50 m backstroke after finishing first in his heat.
Pini clocked in the fastest time of 26.22 sec.
Nathan Nades failed to qualify after finishing third.
Peter Pokawin also didn't qualify after finishing 4th, clocking in at 30.24 sec.
The fastest 8 times have qualified for the finals.