The United States' mixed 4x100 medley relay team triumphed at the Paris 2024 Olympics, setting a new world record of 3:37.43 to secure their sixth gold medal in swimming.
The American team of Ryan Murphy, Gretchen Walsh, Nic Fink, and Torri Huske showcased their dominance in the mixed 4x100 medley relay at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Their exceptional performance not only earned them the gold medal but also shattered the previous world record by 15-hundredths of a second.
The Americans' triumph marks their sixth gold medal in the swimming pool, trailing only Australia. Huske, the team's 100m butterfly gold medalist, added a second gold to her tally in this event. Notably, she also secured silver in the women's 100m free and the 4x100 free relay alongside Walsh.
American Mixed Relay Team Breaks World Record for Gold
Saturday's victory serves as a continuation of the Americans' success in world record-breaking performances. The day before, the mixed 4x400 relay track team set a world record but ultimately settled for silver in the final.
The mixed 4x100 medley relay made its Olympic debut in Tokyo, with Great Britain, China, and Australia claiming the podium. The United States finished fifth, with Murphy, Lydia Jacoby, Huske, and Caeleb Dressel competing.
American Mixed Relay Team Breaks World Record for Gold
Katie Ledecky earlier made history by winning her record-breaking ninth gold medal in the 800m freestyle, just minutes before the mixed relay team's triumph.
Sunday will witness the concluding day of Olympic swimming, with four medals still up for grabs: the women's 50m free, men's 1500m free, and the men's and women's 4x100m medley.
American Mixed Relay Team Breaks World Record for Gold
The American team's achievements in the pool have highlighted their exceptional talent and determination. With only one day of swimming remaining, the United States aims to close the gap with Australia and secure more gold medals.
Sha'Carri Richardson, who faced a suspension during the Tokyo Olympics, added a silver medal to her achievements by securing second place in the women's 100 meters.
The Paris Olympics have provided a platform for athletes around the globe to showcase their skills and compete for Olympic glory. The United States' mixed relay team's world record-breaking performance will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the most significant highlights of the Games.
