Summer McIntosh vs. Katie Ledecky: Who will win the 2 biggest showdowns at the swimming worlds?
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McIntosh goes for 5 individual golds at world championships with Los Angeles Olympics in sight
Summer McIntosh won three individual gold medals a year ago at the Olympics, the star in the Paris pool alongside France’s Léon Marchand. Apparently unsatisfied with three, she’ll go for five gold medals starting Sunday at the world swimming championships in Singapore. Call it a trial run for the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028. The worlds is the highest profile swim meet since last year’s Olympics, a showcase for newcomers as well veterans who hope to stick around until Los Angeles. McIntosh will be very busy during the eight days in the pool, packing her schedule with five individual events.
The World Aquatics Championships start Friday, but swimming fans have to wait
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Summer McIntosh's willingness to further challenge herself may lead to more history at upcoming worlds
Summer McIntosh has learned to manage hectic competition schedules better over the years.
Virginia swimmer Gretchen Walsh wins Honda Cup as top woman athlete
Virginia star swimmer Gretchen Walsh won the prestigious Honda Cup as the top Collegiate Woman Athlete of the Year.
Summer McIntosh adds 400 IM to week's world record haul - ESPN
VICTORIA, Canada — Canadian teenager Summer McIntosh has done it again.
Ledecky breaks own world record in 800m free, Canada's Kharun wins 100m fly at Tyr Pro Meet
Katie Ledecky broke her nine-year-old world record in the 800 metres to highlight Saturday's events at the Tyr Pro Swim Series meet in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Ledecky breaks own world record in 800m free, Canada's Kharun wins 100m fly at Tyr Pro Meet
Katie Ledecky broke her nine-year-old world record in the 800 metres to highlight Saturday's events at the Tyr Pro Swim Series meet in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.