Bobby Finke's Gold Medal Win at the Paris Olympics

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Bobby Finke of the USA wins gold in the 1,500-meter freestyle final at the Paris Olympics, breaking a world record set in 2012. He describes the race as grueling but is proud of his achievement.

Key Points

  • Bobby Finke establishes a razor-thin lead early in the race.
  • He pulls away in the final stretch to win gold by nearly four seconds.
  • Describes the final third of the race as grueling but knew he was on pace for the world record.

Pros

  • Bobby Finke wins gold in the 1,500-meter freestyle final at the Paris Olympics.
  • He breaks a world record that had stood since 2012.
  • First American man to win gold in Paris in an individual event.