Canada’s Summer McIntosh wins gold in 200m butterfly with a world championship record at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore.
Canadian Teen Star Dominates in Singapore
Summer McIntosh, Canada’s 18-year-old swimming sensation, claimed her third gold medal at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships on Thursday in Singapore. She triumphed in the women’s 200-metre butterfly, setting a new world championship record of 2:01.99.
Record-Breaking Moment in the Pool
The historic swim unfolded at the OCBC Aquatic Centre, where McIntosh led the field from start to finish. Her time of 2:01.99 shaved nearly half a second off the previous championship record, showcasing not just her dominance in the pool, but her relentless pace under pressure.
Building on a Championship Streak
This latest victory adds to McIntosh’s growing list of achievements at the championships, where she has already secured gold in the 400m individual medley and the 200m freestyle. With each race, she strengthens her position as one of the world’s top female swimmers heading into the 2028 Olympics.
Canada Celebrates Swimming Triumph
McIntosh’s performance has drawn praise across Canada, with Swimming Canada officials calling her “a generational athlete rewriting the record books.” Her triple-gold performance has reinvigorated Canadian pride in international swimming, making waves on social media and national broadcasts.
How She Did It
Behind McIntosh’s gold streak is a combination of rigorous training, mental discipline, and strategic pacing. She credits her team and family for providing support, and she continues to train with High Performance Centre – Ontario under coach Ryan Mallette.
What’s Next for McIntosh?
With more events still to come in Singapore, McIntosh remains a strong contender for additional medals. Her record-breaking pace is turning heads globally, and Canadian sports fans are already watching eagerly for her next performance — and her likely Olympic glory in Los Angeles 2028.
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