Tag: Olympic swimming history
Potential for Katie Ledecky to Surpass Janet Evans’ Olympic Legacy
Janet Evans, a former Olympic gold medalist in swimming, watched her friend Katie Ledecky win the 1,500 meter race at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. Evans, known for her dominance in distance races, was...
McIntosh of Canada Claims Gold in 200m Butterfly at International Championship
Summer McIntosh, a 17-year-old Canadian swimmer, continues to impress at the Paris Olympics by claiming her second gold medal in the women's 200-meter butterfly event. She set an Olympic record with a winning time...
Is Team USA’s Dominance in Olympic Swimming at Risk in Paris?
Team USA's dominance in Olympic swimming has been a staple for many years, with the sound of "The Star-Spangled Banner" echoing through venues as American swimmers claimed gold after gold. However, heading into the...