Canadian teenage swimmer Summer McIntosh breaks another world record | CNN

Canadian teenager Summer McIntosh has made history by shattering the world record for the 400m individual medley at just 16 years old. Just days after breaking the world record for the 400m freestyle, McIntosh stunned the competition with a blistering time of 4:25.87, eclipsing Hungarian swimmer Katinka HosszΓΊ's previous mark of 4:26.36 set during the 2016 Rio Olympics.

McIntosh's remarkable performance continues her impressive week of dominance in the pool. She broke Ariarne Titmus's defending Olympic record for the 400m freestyle, clocking an astonishing time of 3:56.08 last Tuesday. This latest triumph has solidified her position as one of the most talented young swimmers in the world.

After her impressive finish, McIntosh was overcome with emotion, having vividly heard the crowd for the first time during her race. She credited the support of her family and friends in the stands, saying it helped her push through to victory in the final 100 meters.

McIntosh's achievements are a testament to her dedication and hard work under coach Brent Arckey with the Sarasota Sharks team in Florida. The teenager made her Olympic debut at just 14 years old at Tokyo 2020, where she finished fourth in the 200-meter freestyle, but has since gone on to win numerous titles, including golds at the world championships and the Commonwealth Games.

With her impressive record-breaking performances, McIntosh is well on her way to becoming one of the greatest swimmers of all time. Her talent, work ethic, and natural ability make her a force to be reckoned with in the pool, and it will be exciting to see how she continues to evolve and push herself to new heights in the coming years.
 
OMG 🀯 summer McIntosh is like a real-life mermaid πŸ§œβ€β™€οΈ! I mean, 16 yrs old and already breaking records left and right? She's got the skills, dedication, and support of her fam πŸ’• to back it up. Can't wait to see what she does next! Maybe a gold medal at the Paris Olympics in '26? The girl's on fire πŸ”₯πŸ’¦ and I'm here for it 100% πŸ‘
 
Wow 🀯, Summer McIntosh is literally on fire πŸ”₯! I mean, 16 and already shattering world records? It's crazy to think about her growth as a swimmer - from being a young talent making her Olympic debut at 14 to becoming one of the best in the world now. Her dedication and work ethic are truly inspiring πŸ’ͺ, and it's no surprise she's got such amazing coaches and support team behind her.

What I find really cool is how she credits her family and friends for pushing her through in that final 100 meters πŸ™. It just goes to show that having people who believe in you can make all the difference. Can't wait to see what she does next! πŸ€”
 
can you imagine being 16 and shattering a world record that was made like 9 years ago? she's literally on another level 🀯 i mean, katinka hosszΓΊ is an all-time great but summer mcintosh is something special. this kid's got the talent, dedication, and work ethic to dominate for years to come πŸ’ͺ she's definitely one of my favorites now 😎
 
OMG 🀩 Summer McIntosh is literally a swimming genius! I mean, 4:25.87 for the 400m individual medley? That's insane πŸ’₯! And can we talk about her emotional reaction after the race? She was totally overwhelmed by the crowd and it was adorable 😍. It just goes to show that she's not just an amazing swimmer, but also a sweet and humble person.

I'm loving how young she is killing it in the pool πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ! 16 years old and already breaking records like they're going out of style πŸ“ˆ. Her dedication to her coach Brent Arckey and her family's support are definitely key factors in her success. I'm so excited to see what the future holds for this talented teen athlete πŸ’ͺ. Bring on the world championships! πŸ…
 
I'm loving Summer McIntosh's story!!! 🀩 She's like a swimming superhero! πŸ‘¦ Here's a quick diagram of her progression:
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+---------------+
| Tokyo 2020 |
| Finished 4th |
+---------------+
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| Coach Brent Arckey
v
+---------------+ +---------------+
| Sarasota | | World Champs |
| Sharks Team | | Gold Medal |
+---------------+ +---------------+
| |
| Commonwealth Games |
| Gold Medal |
+---------------+
```
She's so dedicated and hardworking, it's inspiring! πŸ’ͺ And can you believe she only just turned 17? 🀯 The future of swimming is in good hands with Summer McIntosh! 😊
 
omg i'm literally so impressed by Summer McIntosh 🀯! I mean, 16 yrs old and already shattering world records? that's just insane πŸš€! her dedication to her craft is really inspiring, especially with all the support from her family & friends in the stands. it's amazing how that one final push can make all the difference πŸŠβ€β™€οΈπŸ’ͺ
 
OMG!!! 🀯 Summer McIntosh is literally on fire right now! I mean, 16 and already breaking world records left and right? πŸ’ͺ That girl's got some serious talent! And it's not just her swimming skills – she's also got that mental toughness to push through when it matters most. I love how she credits her family and friends for the support... that means a lot to me too, you know? πŸ™Œ And can we talk about Brent Arckey for a sec? He must be doing something right because this girl is UNSTOPPABLE! πŸ€Έβ€β™€οΈ The fact that she's already making history at just 16 years old is mind-blowing... I'm literally on the edge of my seat, waiting to see what's next for Summer McIntosh. Bring it on! πŸ’₯
 
idk about this platform, can't even watch the vid without it buffering 🀯. and now that mcintosh is breaking records left and right, i'm not surprised tbh... the kid's got some serious talent! but have you seen her coach brent arckey? dude looks like he's been doing this for ages πŸ˜‚. seriously though, 400m individual medley in under 4:26? that's insane 🀯. and omg, she's only 16?! the kid's a prodigy πŸ’«. anyway, can we pls just watch the vids without all these annoying ads popping up everywhere? 😩
 
🌟 I'm beyond thrilled for Summer McIntosh 🀩! Breaking that world record at just 16 is insane! And can we talk about how cool it was for her to hear the crowd for the first time during her race? 😊 It's like she's not only got the talent, but also the confidence and charisma to take on the best of the best. I mean, who wouldn't want to be up there competing with the likes of Katinka Hosszú? 🀯 Her dedication and hard work are truly inspiring, and it's awesome that her family and friends were able to support her in the stands. This girl is going to make waves in the swimming world for years to come! 🌊
 
I mean can you believe this kid Summer McIntosh is on fire πŸš€! She's basically showing us what happens when we invest in youth programs and support our young athletes right from a young age 🀝. The fact that she's only 16 and already breaking world records is insane, it just goes to show that with the right training and coaching, anyone can achieve greatness πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ.

It's like our Olympic system is working properly for once πŸ’ͺ, giving talented youngsters like Summer a platform to shine. And let's not forget about her coach Brent Arckey, he must be doing something right with the Sarasota Sharks team πŸ™Œ. The fact that she credits her family and friends in the stands for her motivation is also super inspiring, it just goes to show that sports can bring people together 🀝.

But what I find really interesting is how this performance reflects on our society as a whole πŸ€”. Are we creating an environment where young athletes like Summer can thrive? Or are we stifling their potential because of bureaucratic red tape and lack of funding 🚫? It's time for us to take a closer look at our sports infrastructure and make sure that we're supporting our young athletes every step of the way πŸ’ͺ.
 
idk why people get so hyped about swimmers... i mean dont get me wrong mcintosh is probs a beast but 16 and already breaking records? that's just what the system is designed for :p
 
🀩 OMG you guys Summer McIntosh is literally on fire πŸ”₯! I mean I already knew she was talented but this 400m individual medley record is insane! She's only 16 and breaking records left and right it's like she's unstoppable πŸ’ͺ. The fact that she got emotional after the race and credited her family for the win is so sweet 😊, shows she still has that kid vibe going on which I think will keep her grounded despite all the hype. Can't wait to see what the future holds for this talented teenager πŸ€”πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ
 
I was just thinking about my favorite pizza place downtown... have you guys tried that new spot that just opened up? πŸ• Their margherita is insane! I've been meaning to try it out but I keep forgetting to grab a slice on my way home from work. Oh man, speaking of work, I need to remember to water my plants this weekend... they're starting to look a bit wilted. Anyway, back to Summer McIntosh - isn't it crazy how she's dominating the pool at such a young age? 🀯
 
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