Record-Breaking Finish: US Swimmers Triumph in Medley Relay
The United States concluded a challenging swim world championship on a high note by setting a world record in the women's 4x100 medley relay. Despite battling health issues, they secured nine gold medals, leading the overall count. Key performances came from athletes like Summer McIntosh and Bobby Finke.
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The United States swim team wrapped up a turbulent world championship meet by delivering a world-record performance in the women's 4x100 medley relay. Ending the eight-day championship triumphantly, the team clocked in at 3 minutes, 49.34 seconds, surpassing their previous record from the Paris Olympics.
Despite being impacted by acute gastroenteritis from a training camp in Thailand, the team claimed nine gold medals and topped the medal table with 29 overall. Team member Gretchen Walsh expressed the team's jubilant spirits, stating that finishing strong provided a positive outlook as they departed Singapore.
Throughout the event, several athletes stood out, including Summer McIntosh of Canada, who secured four gold medals. American swimmer Bobby Finke defended his team amid criticism, expressing pride in their achievements as they now look forward to preparing for the 2028 LA Olympics.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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