Sports News from Sunday, August 16th, 2026

The Irish swimmer surged through the field over the closing stages to touch the wall first in 2:09.81, adding to the 400m individual medley title she won earlier in the week.

The Irish contender caused problems for the champion throughout the five-round contest, but Makhachev's dominant wrestling proved decisive.

The 25-year-old, who opened the tournament with an impressive six-under-66, was unable to maintain that early momentum and finished her third round without a birdie.

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