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American swimmer Katie Ledecky surpasses fellow American Michael Phelps for the most individual gold medals at the World Aquatics Championships

American swimmer Katie Ledecky surpasses fellow American Michael Phelps for the most individual gold medals at the World Aquatics Championships after winning the gold in the women's 800 meter freestyle competition of the 2023 edition in Fukuoka, Japan.

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SportAmerican swimmer Katie Ledecky surpasses fellow American Michael Phelps for the most individual gold medals at the World Aquatics Championships

American swimmer Katie Ledecky surpasses fellow American Michael Phelps for the most individual gold medals at the World Aquatics Championships after winning the gold in the women's 800 meter freestyle competition of the 2023 edition in Fukuoka, Japan.

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