Canadian swimming sensation Summer McIntosh, known for her remarkable achievements in recent years, aims for an extraordinary feat at the upcoming 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. After clinching multiple gold medals at major events, including the 2024 Olympics in Paris and the world championships in Singapore, McIntosh aspires to match Michael Phelps’ record of five solo golds in a single Games.
During a recent trip to California, McIntosh was inspired by the sight of SoFi Stadium, the venue for the 2028 Olympics swimming competitions. Anticipating her performance at the 2026 Pan Pacific championships in Irvine, California, McIntosh is focused on her preparations for the prestigious event.
The Pan Pacs, held every four years, see the participation of top swimming nations like Australia, the United States, Japan, and Canada. The competition kicked off with open-water events in Long Beach, where Canadian swimmer Emma Finlin delivered a commendable performance. The main events will commence in Irvine, with McIntosh leading a strong Canadian contingent consisting of talented swimmers such as Taylor Ruck, Sophie Angus, and Oliver Dawson.
McIntosh’s schedule at the Pan Pacs includes four challenging events spread across four days. Despite opting out of certain events to focus on her key races, McIntosh remains a formidable contender, holding world records and previous championship titles in her chosen disciplines. Notable rivalries to watch out for include McIntosh versus American star Katie Ledecky in the 400m freestyle event.
Fans can catch all the thrilling action of the Pan Pacific championships live on the CBC Gem streaming app and CBC Sports website, with morning heats starting at 1 p.m. ET and finals at 10 p.m. ET daily.