World record smashed: Titmus demolishes lost rivals
Ariarne Titmus’ destroyed Katie Ledecky and Summer McIntosh to win the gold and reclaim her world record in the 400m free. The Aussie had the race wrapped up at the halfway point.
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Belgium get last laugh over the Kookaburras
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Aussie swim team for world champs locked in
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Magnussen: It’s time Kyle Chalmers’ teammates stepped up
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Aussie icon goes ballistic over son’s miracle swim
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Olympic hero Titmus drops Paris retirement bombshell
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What a star! Standouts, All Star players, how to watch AWL finals relays
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