Paris: Liebmann, 19, wins European 1500m freestyle gold with world record

Published Aug 15, 05:45 PM UTC

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At the European Swimming Championships in Paris, 19-year-old Johannes Liebmann won his second European gold medal in a stunning world record time of 14:26.79 minutes in the men's 1500 meters freestyle. The race was described as 'from another planet' by the German outlet Die Welt. Oliver Klemet, who had already secured a bronze medal in open water swimming, added another bronze in this event. The performance marks a historic achievement for the young German swimmer, solidifying his status as a top competitor in long-distance freestyle swimming.

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A class of his own in Paris: Johannes Liebmann Source: Francois Nel/Getty Images

A race from another planet: The 19-year-old Johannes Liebmann wins his second European gold in Paris – in a phenomenal world record time of 14:26.79 minutes over 1500 meters freestyle. Oliver Klemet, already third in open water, takes bronze.

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Original headline: Sensation in Paris – Liebmann gewinnt EM-Gold mit Weltrekord

Original language: DE

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