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Kate Douglass swims 2nd world-best time in 50 free on same day at Pan Pacs
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Beth Harris, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· August 15, 2026
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Key takeaway Kate Douglass, a 24-year-old athlete, lowered her own world record in this event for the second time on Saturday.
A swimmer has achieved a notable feat in the women's 50-meter freestyle. Kate Douglass, a 24-year-old athlete, lowered her own world record in this event for the second time on Saturday. 19 seconds.
49 seconds, taking the record from her teammate Gretchen Walsh. Further details about this achievement are available from the source, including Douglass's history with the event and her previous record-breaking times.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 15, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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