Summer McIntosh, the 18-year-old Canadian swimming star, made headlines at the World Aquatics Championships on August 3, 2025, by setting a new world record in the women’s 400-meter individual medley. This remarkable achievement marked her fourth individual gold medal of the event, showcasing her dominance in the pool.
- Summer McIntosh wins 400m individual medley gold.
- Sets world-championship record at 4:25.78.
- Achieves four individual gold medals total.
- Misses Phelps' record of five golds.
- Competed strongly against Katie Ledecky.
- McIntosh is a top contender for 2028 Olympics.
Entering the championships in Singapore, McIntosh aimed to match Michael Phelps’ legendary record of five individual golds from 2007. While she fell short in the 800-meter freestyle, where she earned a bronze, her victories in the 200-meter butterfly, 400-meter freestyle, and both the 200- and 400-meter IMs solidified her status among the elite. Could she be the next big name in swimming?
McIntosh’s stellar week included a thrilling gold medal win against American star Katie Ledecky in the 400 freestyle. Despite a tough battle in the 800 freestyle, where she finished third, her performance in the 400 IM was flawless. Key developments include:
- McIntosh’s time of 4:25.78 broke her own championship record.
- She is now among only a few swimmers to win four individual golds at a world championship.
- French swimmer Léon Marchand also claimed gold in the 400-meter IM.
- The U.S. women’s 4×100-meter medley relay team set a new world record.
As the countdown to the 2028 Olympics begins, all eyes will be on McIntosh. Will she continue her winning streak and emerge as a leading contender in Los Angeles?
