Canadian swimming sensation Summer McIntosh delivered an extraordinary performance to secure gold in the women’s 200m butterfly at the Paris 2024 Olympics. McIntosh, only 18, swam a near-perfect race, touching the wall with a record-breaking time and establishing herself as one of the premier talents in Olympic swimming. Her victory not only added to Canada’s medal tally but also set a new Olympic record in the event, showcasing her skill and focus.
Race Highlights and Key Moments
McIntosh maintained a strong lead throughout the race, staying just ahead of her closest competitors from Japan and the United States. Known for her powerful strokes and smooth technique, she took an early lead by the halfway mark and held off a late surge to finish in 2:04.68, setting a new Olympic record. This gold marks her second Olympic medal, adding to her achievements from the Tokyo Games.
Key Highlights:
- Winning Time: 2:04.68, setting a new Olympic record.
- Closest Competitors: Finished ahead of Japan’s Airi Misaki and Team USA’s Regan Smith.
- Record-Setting: McIntosh broke the previous Olympic record by more than half a second.
This gold medal in the 200m butterfly reinforces McIntosh’s position as one of the brightest young stars in competitive swimming and a key figure for Team Canada.
