After Olympic record holder Caeleb Dressel finished sixth in the 50-meter freestyle, it was up to Leon Marchand to make America proud. And he did – Marchand clinched his fourth gold medal with a stunning victory in the 200-meter individual medley, setting a new Olympic record. His time of 1:54.06 not only secured the gold but also outpaced the previous record of 1:54.23 set by Michael Phelps in Beijing, sending the French crowd into a frenzy.
The 22-year-old Arizona State standout showcased his versatility throughout the competition, winning the 200 butterfly and the 200 breaststroke, adding to his earlier triumph in the 400 IM. Marchand’s exceptional performance has truly set the stage for a new era in swimming.
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