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United States breaks world record in women's relay

The US swim team set a new world record in the women’s 4x100 medley at the world championships.

August 3, 2025 at 03:04 PM

Americans finish strong with a relay world record in the swim worlds

The American swim team celebrated a world record in the final event of the championships.

United States sets world record in women's 4x100 medley

The United States swimming team concluded the world championships on a high note with a world record in the women’s 4x100 medley relay, clocking in at 3 minutes, 49.34 seconds. This performance improved upon their previous record set during the Paris Olympics. Despite dealing with health issues from a bout of gastroenteritis earlier in the championships, the Americans secured a total of nine gold medals and 29 overall, outperforming Australia. Canadian Summer McIntosh emerged as a standout, winning four individual golds. American swimmer Bobby Finke also expressed pride for the team after facing criticism from former athletes regarding their performance and USA Swimming's leadership woes. Finke emphasized the accomplishments of his teammates despite the challenges they faced this week.

Key Takeaways

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American team finishes strong with a record-breaking relay performance

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United States wins total of nine gold medals at the championships

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Health concerns impacted earlier performance but improved over time

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Summer McIntosh shines, winning four individual gold medals

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Bobby Finke speaks out against criticism from former swimmers

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All eyes are on the US swim team as they prepare for the 2028 Olympics.

"This is the best way to end the meet."

Gretchen Walsh expressed her satisfaction after breaking the world record relay.

"I’m proud of the USA team and what we’ve been able to accomplish despite all the critics."

Bobby Finke stands firm against criticism directed at the American swim team.

This victory signifies a crucial rebound for the American swim team after a mixed performance throughout the event. The positive ending to the championships reflects not only the resilience of the athletes but also may indicate a turning point before the upcoming Olympic Games in Los Angeles. With young talents like Summer McIntosh stepping into the spotlight, the future of American swimming looks bright, even as it grapples with calls for leadership change within the governing body. The assertion by athletes like Bobby Finke highlights a growing tension between past legends and current performers, showcasing the divide in expectations.