Katie Ledecky Breaks Olympic Record in 1500m Freestyle
Race Highlights Ledecky was slightly behind her world record pace but
still ahead of the Olympic record. She kept consistent lap times, showing her
skill.
Podium Finish Anastasia Kirpichnikova of France got silver, and
Germany's Isabel Gose got bronze. Ledecky's win ties her with other American
legends for the most medals won by a U.S. woman.
Ledecky's Legacy Ledecky thanked past swimmers for their inspiration.
She continues to set new records, promising more excitement in her next events.
Upcoming Events Ledecky will compete in the 4x200m freestyle relay
and the 800m freestyle. She hopes to win more medals.
At the 2024 Paris Games, Katie Ledecky was the top favorite in the women's
1500m freestyle. She finished with a time of 15:30.02, setting a new Olympic
record. This earned her eighth gold medal, tying Jenny Thompson for the most by
an American woman.
After the race, Ledecky thanked past swimming legends for their inspiration.
France's Anastasia Kirpichnikova and Germany's Isabel Gose took silver and
bronze, respectively.
Ledecky aims for her 13th career Olympic medal in the women's 4x200m
freestyle relay. Her next event is the women's 800m freestyle, with heats on
August 2nd and the final on August 3rd. Winning these events would make her the
most decorated female U.S. Olympian, second only to Michael Phelps overall.
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