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Katie Ledecky becomes most decorated female US Olympian of all-time

American superstar swimmer Katie Ledecky etched her name (again) into the US history books. By winning a silver medal in the women’s 4x200m freestyle relay, Ledecky became the most decorated female US Olympian of all-time with 13 total medals.

Katie Ledecky of United States in action REUTERS/Agustin Marcarian TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
Katie Ledecky of United States in action REUTERS/Agustin Marcarian TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Katie Ledecky becomes most decorated female US Olympian of all-time

By winning a silver medal in the women’s 4x200m freestyle relay, Ledecky became the most decorated female US Olympian of all-time with 13 total medals.

Australia won the race with a new Olympic record time of 7:38.08.

The US team took silver in a time of 7:40.86, while China secured bronze in 7:42.34.

Ledecky is set to swim again in the 800m freestyle on Saturday.

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The US team's impressive silver medal finish in the 4x200m freestyle relay further solidifies their position as a formidable force in international sports. Despite not setting a new record, their time still ranks high in the world of swimming competitions.

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