Summer McIntosh sets the new world record in 200m individual medley
- Summer McIntosh achieved a new world record of 2:05.70 in the women's 200m individual medley at the Canadian Swimming Trials.
- She broke the previous record set by Katinka Hosszu in 2015, marking it as her second world record in a short span.
- This accomplishment signifies McIntosh's rising status in competitive swimming and her preparation for the World Championships.
In Canada, specifically at the Canadian Swimming Trials held at Saanich Commonwealth Place in Victoria, Summer McIntosh achieved a remarkable feat on June 10, 2025, breaking the decade-old world record in the women's 200m individual medley. With a stellar time of 2:05.70, she surpassed the previous record of 2:06.12, which had been set by Hungary's Katinka Hosszu at the 2015 World Championships. This notable performance marks McIntosh's second world record within a few days, following her record-breaking swim in the 400m freestyle on June 8, 2025. Her determination and training culminated in this historic achievement, indicating her impressive trajectory in competitive swimming. McIntosh expressed her happiness with the time and emphasized the importance of consistency and execution in her main races. She highlighted how crucial it was to manage her physical and mental preparation in light of the competitive weekend she had just experienced. Previous to breaking the 200m IM record, McIntosh also displayed remarkable prowess by winning gold in the 400m freestyle, greatly improving her own record in the process. She also made headlines with a strong showing in the 800m freestyle, where she set a new Canadian record although she fell short of the world record held by Katie Ledecky by less than one second. McIntosh is quickly establishing her legacy in the sport, having already earned notoriety after winning three gold medals and one silver at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, and she looks to continue that success moving forward, with upcoming challenges at the World Championships in Singapore. Her triumph in the 200m individual medley highlights her dominance as one of the leading athletes in swimming today. The overall atmosphere of the event was electric, with a packed crowd witnessing her remarkable performance, further showcasing the rising star of Canadian swimming.