McIntosh dethrones Ledecky in 800m freestyle, snapping American legend's 13-year win streak
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Canadian swimming sensation Summer McIntosh has sent yet another shockwave across the swimming world by defeating American legend Katie Ledecky in the 800 metre freestyle.
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Summer McIntosh ends Katie Ledecky's 13-year win streak in 800m
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Summer McIntosh snaps U.S. swimmer Katie Ledecky's 13-year 800M
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Summer McIntosh SNEAKS past Katie Ledecky for women's 400m freestyle win at U.S. Open
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Katie Ledecky upset by Canadian phenom Summer McIntosh in 800 free
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The GIST USA on Instagram: It's Ledecky's first loss in the 800m
Summer McIntosh ends Katie Ledecky's 13-year unbeaten streak in