Leon Marchand: Racing to Rewrite Swimming History

Leon Marchand, the star French swimmer from last year's Paris Olympics, is preparing for the world championships in Singapore with a streamlined focus. Marchand, who impressed with his Olympic performances, will concentrate on the 200 and 400 meters individual medley, hoping to add to his already impressive collection of gold medals.

The 23-year-old athlete's schedule allows him the rare opportunity to compete without constraints in the 200m race, potentially leading to groundbreaking results. Having recently smashed the 200 IM short course world record, Marchand eyes becoming a three-time world champion and aims to break records currently standing in the swimming world.

Other notable competitors include Olympic champions like David Popovici, Daniel Wiffen, and Lukas Maertens, who are also aiming high at the championships. Meanwhile, swimmer Sarah Sjostrom, renowned in swimming history with 23 medals, will not be competing, as she prepares for motherhood.

(With inputs from agencies.)