Ledecky Wins 22nd World Gold, Extends 1500m Free Dominance

Katie Ledecky continued her dominance in the 1500-meter freestyle at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, winning gold with a time of 15:26.44, the fifth-fastest ever and just shy of her 2018 world record. This victory marked her 22nd world championship gold and extended her undefeated streak in the event since her teenage years. Ledecky also took bronze in the 400-meter freestyle and is set to compete against Canadian rival Summer McIntosh in the 800-meter freestyle. She credited her coaches and teammates for maintaining the fun and challenge in her swimming career, emphasizing her focus on taking it one race at a time. The race featured strong competitors, including Simona Quadarella of Italy, who set a European record with silver, and Australia's Lani Pallister, who earned bronze. The event was attended by International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry and former IOC President Thomas Bach, highlighting the high profile of the championships.