2025 World Aquatics Championships Conclude in Singapore with Record Performances, Mixed Team Results

The 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore marked the conclusion of an intense four-year stretch of swimming world events disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Canadian star Summer McIntosh and American Katie Ledecky showcased remarkable performances, with McIntosh winning multiple golds including the 400m freestyle and 200m individual medley, while Ledecky secured her sixth world title in the 1500m freestyle. The U.S. dominated several events, with Katharine Berkoff and Regan Smith taking gold and silver in the 50m backstroke, and Kaylee McKeown setting a championship record in the 100m backstroke. Australia edged out the U.S. in key relay events like the women's 4x100m and 4x200m freestyle relays. Italy experienced a period of generational change, earning a record 25 finals appearances but settling for a bronze in the 50m breaststroke and narrowly missing medals with multiple fourth-place finishes. The next major international swimming competition will be the 2027 World Championships in Budapest, ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.