Katie Ledecky

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Katie Ledecky: The Unstoppable Swimming Machine!

Katie Ledecky - Olympic Records - Paris Olympics - Swimming - Women in Sports

Katie Ledecky snags her 8th gold at the Paris Olympics! But wait, who's next on her victory lap? ๐ŸŠโ€โ™€๏ธโœจ

In a stunning display of athletic prowess, American swimmer Katie Ledecky has once again left the world in awe by claiming her eighth career gold medal at the Paris Summer Olympics. Competing in the grueling women's 1500 meter freestyle final, Ledecky finished the race more than ten body lengths ahead of her nearest competitor. It was a masterclass performance, showcasing not only her incredible speed but also her unparalleled endurance. Fans and commentators alike were glued to their screens, captivated by the sheer dominance she displayed in the pool.

But Ledecky's quest for gold doesn't stop there! With her eyes set on the 4x200-meter freestyle relay, she is leading the American women's team in their bid for another medal. As anticipation builds, swimming enthusiasts can barely contain their excitement in tracking Ledecky's progress and cheering her on. Will she set another record? Will she add to her medal tally? You can bet that millions will be tuning in to catch every stroke of the race!

Ledecky isn't just swimming for herself but also making history! She aspires to become the most decorated American female swimmer in Olympic history, aiming for her thirteenth medal. With each race, she pushes the boundaries of what is possible in the sport, inspiring countless aspiring athletes around the globe. As we watch her glide through the water, itโ€™s hard not to feel a sense of awe and admiration for her dedication and hard work.

Interestingly, Katie Ledeckyโ€™s journey mirrors that of fellow gymnast Simone Biles, who also made headlines at the Paris Olympics, adding to her growing collection of medals. Both athletes are often referred to as the G.O.A.Ts (Greatest of All Time) in their respective sports, not only for their records but for how they have transcended the realms of athletics. Did you know that Janet Evans, a legendary swimmer herself, once looked at Ledecky and pondered the "what ifs" of Olympic history? Both women have changed the landscape of sports, paving the way for future generations to dream big and aim high. Ready, set, swim!

American Katie Ledecky claims her 8th gold medal after the 1500m ... (NPR)

Swimmer Katie Ledecky won her eighth career gold medal at the Paris Summer Olympics. She finished the women's 1500 meter freestyle final more than 10 ...

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Did Katie Ledecky win? How she, Team USA finished in 4x200 free ... (USA TODAY)

Katie Ledecky leads the American women in their quest for gold in the 4x200-meter freestyle relay. Keep track of their progress here.

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When does Katie Ledecky swim next? What time is Paris Olympics ... (USA TODAY)

Katie Ledecky is looking to become the most decorated American female swimmer in Olympic history with a 13th medal.

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The Sports Report Olympics edition: Katie Ledecky goes gold to tie ... (Los Angeles Times)

John Cherwa is your daily guide to the Paris Olympics, offering news, analysis, laughter (we hope) and invaluable daily TV listings.

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Swimming -W - 1500M Freestyle | Katie Ledecky | Paris 2024 ... (Olympics)

Women's Swimming legend and World Record Holder Katie Ledecky (USA) defends her 1500M Olympic title.

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The GOATs win gold: Biles and Ledecky break records in Paris (Axios)

Ledecky's victory Wednesday earned her a twelfth Olympic medal, while Biles tumbled her way to an eighth piece of hardware Tuesday.

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Janet Evans watches Katie Ledecky and sees Olympic-sized what if (The Athletic)

This was back in 2021, the first time women got to swim โ€œthe mile,โ€ as Evans and every American swimming nerd calls it, at the Olympics. Evans, a gold medalist ...

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Katie Ledecky Wins her Eighth Career Olympic Gold Medal After ... (TeamUSA.org)

Katie Ledecky remains dominant in her signature event, the women's 1500-meter freestyle final, during the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on July 31, ...

American Katie Ledecky claims her 8th gold medal after the 1500m ... (WUFT)

Swimmer Katie Ledecky won her eighth career gold medal at the Paris Summer Olympics. She finished the women's 1500 meter freestyle final more than 10 ...

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When does Katie Ledecky compete next at 2024 Olympics? See her ... (NorthJersey.com)

Katie Ledecky has earned two medals in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Here's her remaining schedule, and how she can make history in her final two events.

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Katie Ledecky Has a Superpower That Eludes Even the Greatest ... (Slate Magazine)

This is part of Slate's 2024 Olympics coverage. Read more here. On Wednesday in Paris, as American swimmer Katie Ledecky worked her way toward her second ...

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Why Katie Ledecky Will Likely Head To Her Fifth Olympics In LA (Forbes)

On one of the best nights of racing in the pool at the 2024 Olympic Games, Katie Ledecky contributed to the show by extending her reign over women's ...

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Katie Ledecky officially most-decorated American woman in ... (NBC4 Washington)

Did Katie Ledecky win? Bethesda's hometown hero broke a record and won a medal Thursday at the Paris Olympics.

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Katie Ledecky wins 13th medal, most ever for female Olympian in ... (NBC News)

NANTERRE, France โ€” American women took silver in the 4x200-meter freestyle relay on Thursday, putting an all-time record 13th medal around the neck of Katie ...

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Katie Ledecky becomes most decorated U.S. female Olympian of all ... (CBS News)

Swim legend Katie Ledecky earned her 13th Olympic medal in the women's 4 x 200m freestyle relay on Thursday, making her the most decorated female U.S. ...

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Katie Ledecky becomes the most decorated female Olympic ... (Reuters)

Australia win relay, making up for bronze in Tokyo · Ledecky takes record 13th medal by a female swimmer · United States take silver, China the bronze.

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Katie Ledecky becomes most decorated US female Olympian (KGET 17)

With a silver in the 4x200-meter freestyle relay Thursday night, Ledecky collected the 13th medal of her stellar Olympic career to become the most decorated ...

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Katie Ledecky earns 13th Olympic medal to become most decorated ... (The New York Times)

No female swimmer of any nationality has won more than 12 Olympic medals until Team USA's Katie Ledecky.

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Katie Ledecky becomes most decorated American woman in ... (ESPN)

Swimmer Katie Ledecky won silver in the 4x200 meter relay for her 13th career medal, becoming the most decorated American woman in Olympic history.

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Paris Olympics: Katie Ledecky Becomes Most-Decorated Female ... (Swimming World Magazine)

Paris Olympics: Katie Ledecky Becomes Most-Decorated Female Swimmer in History with 13th Medal. By handling the third leg of the United States' silver-medal ...

Katie Ledecky wins 13th medal, becomes most decorated female ... (NBC Olympics)

Katie Ledecky became the most decorated female swimmer in Olympic history when Team USA took silver in the women's 4x200m freestyle relay.

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USA's Katie Ledecky wins 13th Olympic medal to set all-time female ... (The Guardian)

Katie Ledecky became the most decorated female Olympic swimmer of all time while Kate Douglass finally captured her first individual gold.

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Katie Ledecky reached the pinnacle of Olympic swimming. She's not ... (The Washington Post)

No female swimmer has won more Olympic medals than Katie Ledecky, who captured her 13th with a silver in Thursday's 4x200 freestyle relay.

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