400m Individual Medley sees Walshe finishing ninth at World Aquatics Championships' final event
Ireland's Swimmers Shine at the World Aquatic Championships
At the 2025 World Aquatic Championships held in Singapore, Ireland's swimming team made a significant impact, particularly in the 4x100m medley relay and individual events.
Ellen Walshe's Stellar Performance
Ellen Walshe, a standout swimmer from Ireland, showcased her talent in the 200m individual medley. In the semi-finals, Walshe broke her own Irish record with a time of 2:10.49, securing the eighth and final spot in the final[2]. In the final, she swam slightly slower but managed to hold her position in the top eight overall[4]. This marked Walshe's first World Championship final in a long course 50m pool.
Walshe's performance in the final saw her finish eighth in a time of 2:11.57[1]. Although she was a bit disappointed with her final race, competing in her first world final was a valuable experience for her, as she got to compete against top swimmers[4].
Ireland's Men in the 4x100m Medley Relay
John Shortt, Eoin Corby, Jack Cassin, and Evan Bailey represented Ireland in the 4x100m medley relay for the first time[3]. This was the first time the specific quartet had competed together on the senior international team. The team's combined time in their heat for the 4x100m medley relay was 3:37.56, but the specific results or positions were not provided.
Freya Colbert's Achievement
Freya Colbert secured the final place in the 400m individual medley final. In the qualifying round, Colbert's time of 4:38.31 was faster than Walshe's time in her morning swim (4:38.72)[5]. Despite not making it to the final, Colbert's achievement was commendable.
The World Aquatic Championships also saw Walshe compete in the 400m individual medley, where she finished fifth in her heat and ninth overall[6]. Walshe was a two-time finalist in the 200m individual medley and 200m butterfly at the Singapore World Aquatic Championships.
Ireland's men also competed in the 4x100m medley relay at the World Aquatic Championships, but the specific results or positions were not provided. The 4x100m medley relay was not the same event that Ellen Walshe competed in.
Ellen Walshe's impressive swim in the 200m individual medley at the World Aquatic Championships extended her involvement in sports beyond Ireland, showcasing her talent on a global stage. Freya Colbert's speed in the 400m individual medley qualifying round demonstrates the depth of talent in Ireland's swimming pool, hinting at potential future success in sports.
