Liebmann sets world record to win European gold in 1,500m freestyle
Germany's Johannes Liebmann broke the world record to win gold in the 1,500 metres freestyle at the European Aquatics Championships on Saturday. The 19-year-old triumphed in Paris in 14:26.
Germany's Johannes Liebmann shattered the world record to claim gold in the 1,500 meters freestyle at the European Aquatics Championships held in Paris on Saturday. The 19-year-old set a blistering pace from the outset, showcasing an unbeatable performance that left onlookers cheering him on during the final stretch. Liebmann's time of 14:26.79 minutes surpassed the previous world record of 14:30.67, which had been set just a year earlier by US swimmer Bobby Finke.
His victory marked his second title at his debut European Championships, following his triumph in the 800 meters freestyle earlier. Hungary's Zalan Sarkany secured silver, while Liebmann's teammate Oliver Klemet took bronze.
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