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Ariarne Titmus Breaks 200m Freestyle World Record at Australian Trials

Titmus outpaces Mollie O'Callaghan in a thrilling final, setting a new benchmark ahead of the Paris Olympics

  • Titmus clocked 1:52.23, surpassing O'Callaghan's previous record of 1:52.85.
  • O'Callaghan also beat her own record, finishing second at 1:52.48.
  • Both swimmers train under coach Dean Boxall at St Peters Western Swim Club.
  • The race sets the stage for a highly anticipated showdown at the Paris Olympics.
  • Australia's top six swimmers will form the 4x200m freestyle relay squad in Paris.
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