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Katie Ledecky Wins First Medal at 2024 Olympics
The decorated swimmer kicks off her Olympic campaign with a bronze in the 400m freestyle.
Ledecky is now the most decorated female swimmer in Olympic history with seven gold medals and 21 World Championship titles.
PARIS, FRANCE - Katie Ledecky, the most decorated female swimmer in Olympic history, has won her first medal of the 2024 Olympic Games with a bronze in the women's 400m freestyle.
The 27-year-old American finished in a time of 4:01.28, behind Australia's Ariarne Titmus (3:56.40) and China's Li Bingjie (3:57.53).
Ledecky's bronze medal is her first of the 2024 Olympics, and it brings her career total to seven Olympic medals, including five golds.
The American swimmer is now one of the most successful swimmers in history. She has won more Olympic and World Championship medals than any other female swimmer and is considered one of the greatest swimmers of all time.
Ledecky will be back in action on Tuesday when she competes in the 800m freestyle. She is the defending champion in the event and is favored to win her third consecutive gold medal.
Ledecky's success in the pool is a testament to her hard work and dedication. She is a role model for young swimmers around the world and an inspiration to all who follow her story.
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