Ledecky Sets 28-World Medal Mark in Singapore

Katie Ledecky won her sixth world title in the 1,500m freestyle at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, clocking 15:26.44, the fifth-fastest time ever. This victory brings her total to 22 world championship golds and 28 overall world medals, surpassing Ryan Lochte and leaving her second only to Michael Phelps. Ledecky was pushed early by Australia's Lani Pallister but finished over five seconds ahead of Italy’s Simona Quadarella, who set a new European record for silver. Despite a gastroenteritis outbreak affecting the U.S. team, Ledecky remains undefeated in the 1,500m since age 13 and now owns 25 of the 26 fastest times in the event. She downplayed the importance of medal counts, emphasizing her commitment to consistent performance and the legacy of U.S. swimming. Ledecky will next face Canadian Summer McIntosh in the 800m freestyle.