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USA Swimming Shatters World Record, Clinches Nine Golds

8/4/2025

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The United States swimming team triumphed at the world championships, capping off a tough week with an electrifying win in the women’s 4x100m medley relay, shattering the world record with a time of 3:49.34. With nine gold medals, Team USA outshone Australia’s eight, thanks in part to Regan Smith's powerful performance.

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The United States swimming team triumphed at the world championships, capping off a tough week with an electrifying win in the women’s 4x100m medley relay, shattering the world record with a time of 3:49.34. With nine gold medals, Team USA outshone Australia’s eight, thanks in part to Regan Smith's powerful performance.