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Summer McIntosh wins four gold medals at swimming championships

Canadian swimmer Summer McIntosh sets new records and achieves historic success at the world championships.

August 3, 2025 at 12:27 PM

Summer McIntosh caps historic swim worlds with fourth individual gold; U.S. tops medal standings

Summer McIntosh marked her place in swimming history during the world championships.

Summer McIntosh celebrates success at world championships

At the recent World Swimming Championships, Summer McIntosh solidified her status as a remarkable talent in the pool. The 18-year-old Canadian swimmer secured four individual golds and a total of five medals. Her performance included the third-fastest 400m individual medley ever recorded. The United States women's relay team set a new world record in the 4x100m medley, allowing them to finish ahead of Australia in overall medals. Despite facing a stomach bug, the U.S. athletes persevered, achieving 20 medals across women's events. McIntosh's accomplishments have made her only the second female swimmer to win four individual golds in a single competition, only matched previously by Katie Ledecky.

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Summer McIntosh wins four individual gold medals at the championships

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She becomes the second female to achieve such success at this event

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The U.S. relay team set a new world record in the medley

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20 out of 29 medals for the U.S. were earned in women’s events

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The U.S. men struggled, securing only one gold medal

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McIntosh may herald a new era for competitive swimming

"I think nobody really understands kind of what the group has been through unless you are on this trip."

This reflects the challenges faced by the U.S. swimming team during the championships.

"This meet’s been quite a whirlwind... I’m disappointed with my results, but that’s on me."

Bobby Finke speaks on his experience and challenges during the event.

McIntosh’s achievements are a testament to her talent and training, marking her as a key figure in the future of women’s swimming. Her ability to dominate in multiple events reflects a shift in the competitive landscape, with more young athletes proving they can challenge long-standing records. The U.S. team's performance, particularly the women, showcases their depth in swimming, even as the men's team grapples with fewer individual successes or medals. The presence of a stomach bug among athletes adds an element of resilience and highlights the physical challenges athletes endure when competing at such a high level.