Ariarne Titmus vs Katie Ledecky
Ariarne Titmus vs Katie Ledecky: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Ariarne Titmus and Katie Ledecky?
Ariarne Titmus and Katie Ledecky have developed a fierce rivalry, particularly in the 400-metre freestyle. Their races have been closely contested, with Titmus defeating Ledecky at the 2019 World Championships, marking a significant moment in their rivalry.
Ariarne Titmus
Key numbers
- Olympic Gold Medals4
- World Championships Gold Medals6
- Commonwealth Games Gold Medals7
- Total Major Championships Medals32
Top honours
- Olympic Gold Medals4 (2020, 2024)
- World Championships Gold Medals4 (LC), 2 (SC)
- Commonwealth Games Gold Medals7
- Swimming Australia, Swimmer of the Year2019
- Medal of the Order of Australia2022
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Katie Ledecky
Key numbers
- Olympic Gold Medals7
- World Championships Gold Medals15
- Commonwealth Games Gold Medals2
Top honours
- Olympic Gold Medals7
- World Championships Gold Medals15
- World Record HolderMultiple events