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Pallister ends Ledecky’s 800m supremacy at Pan Pacs
sports10 days ago

Pallister ends Ledecky’s 800m supremacy at Pan Pacs

At the Pan Pacific Championships in Irvine, Lani Pallister of Australia beat Katie Ledecky in the 800m freestyle, 8:06.10 to 8:07.26, marking Ledecky’s first international loss in the event since 2010 and Pallister’s first major win over her; Pallister also defeated Ledecky in the 400m freestyle, though Ledecky won the 1500m. With the LA Olympics two years away, the result signals rising challenge to the American legend, and Ledecky called it her best swim of the week and a season-best.

via New York Post|
#800m-freestyle#katie-ledecky#lani-pallister
Pallister Shatters Ledecky's 800 Free Streak at Pan Pacs
sports10 days ago

Pallister Shatters Ledecky's 800 Free Streak at Pan Pacs

Lani Pallister toppled Katie Ledecky in the women’s 800m freestyle at the 2026 Pan Pacific Championships in Irvine, posting 8:06.10 to Ledecky’s 8:07.26. Pallister surged to the lead on the opening 400m and remained under world-record pace through the middle, finishing with a blazing final 50 of 28.84 to secure the win, marking Ledecky’s first international defeat in the event in 14 years and signaling Pallister as a leading distance contender ahead of LA28.

via SwimSwam|
#800-freestyle#katie-ledecky#lani-pallister
Ledecky-McIntosh Clash Sparks World-Record Watch at Pan Pacs
sports16 days ago

Ledecky-McIntosh Clash Sparks World-Record Watch at Pan Pacs

At Irvine’s Pan Pacific Championships, Katie Ledecky headlines a US team as she renews a major international rivalry with Summer McIntosh in the 400m free while also contesting the 800m and 1500m free; McIntosh seeks to challenge Ledecky after recent Olympic and world successes, with Lani Pallister a key distance threat as well. The meet also features American sprint pair Kate Douglass and Gretchen Walsh pushing for world records in the 50m/100m fly and 50m free, along with notable US men like Bobby Finke and Sam Short, making Pan Pacs the marquee international stage on home soil in 2026.

via NBC Sports|
#katie-ledecky#pan-pacific-championships#sports
Ledecky Fires Near-WR Pace as Austin Pro Swim Opener Kicks Off
sports-swimming7 months ago

Ledecky Fires Near-WR Pace as Austin Pro Swim Opener Kicks Off

Day 1 of the 2026 Pro Swim Series – Austin opened with a brisk prelims session at the Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center. Katie Ledecky clocked 15:23.21 in the women’s 1500 free, near a world-record pace and the top seed for the night’s finals, while Bobby Finke led the men’s 1500 free prelims and earned a night-one prize. Several big names withdrew or scratched events (Shaine Casas did not swim the 200 IM; Hunter Armstrong and Grant House withdrew), and Claire Weinstein scratched the 1500. The meet’s early field also featured strong seeds in sprints and the 200 IM, with finals later tonight expected to be faster and streamed on the USA Swimming Network and Peacock.

via SwimSwam|
#1500m-freestyle#austin-pro-swim-series#day-1-prelims
Summer McIntosh Expresses Disdain for Losing Over Enjoying Winning
sports1 year ago

Summer McIntosh Expresses Disdain for Losing Over Enjoying Winning

At the 2025 World Championships in Singapore, Summer McIntosh expressed her competitive spirit, stating she hates losing more than she enjoys winning, as she competed in various events alongside notable swimmers like Katie Ledecky, who set a championship record in the 800m freestyle. The night featured intense races, record-breaking performances, and emotional victories, culminating in Team USA's relay win in a world record time.

via SwimSwam|
#katie-ledecky#medal-results#sports
Ledecky and McIntosh Shine at World Aquatics Championships
sports1 year ago

Ledecky and McIntosh Shine at World Aquatics Championships

Katie Ledecky won her seventh world title in the 800m freestyle at the swimming world championships, marking her 23rd world title and 30th medal, while Gretchen Walsh and the U.S. team also achieved notable victories. Summer McIntosh challenged Ledecky, finishing third, and Walsh added a 50m fly gold to her collection, highlighting a successful meet for the U.S. team.

via NBC Sports|
#gretchen-walsh#katie-ledecky#sports
Kaylee McKeown Dominates Day 7 Finals at 2025 World Championships
sports1 year ago

Kaylee McKeown Dominates Day 7 Finals at 2025 World Championships

Day 7 of the 2025 World Championships featured exciting finals including Katie Ledecky winning her seventh world title in the 800 freestyle, Gretchen Walsh dominating the women's 50 butterfly, and Maxime Grousset setting a new European record in the men's 100 butterfly. The U.S. also set a world record in the mixed 4×100 freestyle relay, highlighting a day full of record-breaking performances and intense competition.

via SwimSwam|
#2025-world-championships#day-7-finals#gretchen-walsh
Katie Ledecky Dominates 800m Freestyle at 2025 World Championships
sports1 year ago

Katie Ledecky Dominates 800m Freestyle at 2025 World Championships

At the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, Katie Ledecky narrowly defeated Summer McIntosh in the 800m freestyle, in what is called the 'race of the century,' while the U.S. team set a world record in the mixed 4x100 relay. Ledecky continues her dominance in the event, winning her fifth consecutive world title, and both athletes have had a successful week with multiple medals and record-breaking performances.

via Yahoo Sports|
#800m-freestyle#katie-ledecky#sports