Kaylee McKeown Sets 100m Backstroke World Record

Kaylee McKeown has made headlines once again by breaking the short-course world record in the 100m backstroke at the Australian Short Course Championships, clocking in at 54.56 seconds, surpassing Minna Atherton's previous record of 54.89 seconds. Just weeks after winning five medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, McKeown showcased her dominance despite limited training since the Olympics. Her record-breaking performance solidifies her status as one of the greatest female backstrokers in history, as she holds both short-course and long-course world records in the 100m and 200m backstroke. This victory adds to her impressive medal tally, which includes two golds, one silver, and two bronze from the recent Olympics. Fans and fellow swimmers have praised her extraordinary achievements, labelling her a “living legend.” McKeown is set to compete in the 50m backstroke event next, where she may target another world record.