Katie Ledecky, at 27, clinched her ninth Olympic gold in the 800m freestyle at the Paris Olympics, cementing her status as one of the most decorated Olympians. This victory places her alongside Soviet gymnast Larisa Latynina in the record books. Ledecky's rivalry with Australia's Ariarne Titmus has been a major highlight, with Titmus delivering a heartfelt tribute despite finishing second in the 800m. Titmus, who won gold in the 400m freestyle, acknowledged the pressure of competing against Ledecky and expressed pride in her performance and their respectful rivalry. Michael Phelps praised Ledecky's tenacity and dominance, comparing her achievement to his own Olympic feats. Both swimmers are expected to continue their rivalry into the 2028 LA Olympics.