Katie Ledecky ties Jenny Thompson for most Olympic gold medals in women's swimming history after winning 1,500-meter event with an Olympic record time. She now has 12 Olympic medals, aiming for 9th gold in upcoming 800-meter freestyle event.
Key Points
Katie Ledecky's dominant win in the 1,500-meter event
Her pursuit of a 9th gold medal in the 800-meter freestyle event
Potential to tie Mark Spitz for second-most swimming golds in Olympic history
Pros
Katie Ledecky ties Jenny Thompson for most Olympic gold medals in women's swimming history
She sets an Olympic record time in the 1,500-meter event