Katie Ledecky solidified her status as one of swimming’s greatest athletes by winning the 800-metre freestyle at the Paris Olympics, claiming her ninth gold medal and equaling a record held by Soviet gymnast Larisa Latynina. Ledecky’s victory was a thrilling battle with Australian Ariarne Titmus, but the American emerged victorious with a time of 8 minutes, 11.04 seconds. This win marked Ledecky’s fourth gold in the 800-metre freestyle, making her only the second swimmer, after Michael Phelps, to achieve gold in four different Olympics.
Meanwhile, Canadian sensation Summer McIntosh continued her impressive performance by winning her third gold medal in the 200-metre individual medley. The 17-year-old’s victory was a stunning late surge, solidifying her status as a rising star in women’s swimming. McIntosh’s success added to her gold in the 400-metre individual medley and the 200-metre butterfly, along with a silver in the 400-metre freestyle.
Hungarian swimmer Kristof Milak secured his second Olympic gold in the men’s 100-metre butterfly, adding to his silver in the 200-metre event. Milak’s victory was a thrilling race, with Canadian Josh Liendo taking silver and Ilya Kharun securing bronze.
In the final race of the night, the United States set a world record in winning the 4×100-metre mixed medley relay, edging out China and Australia. This achievement marked the second world record in the Paris meet, highlighting the incredible talent on display in the swimming competition.
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