Kaylee McKeown sits out rest of 2024 after fever and record loss
Kaylee McKeown, a five-time Olympic gold medallist, will not race for the rest of 2024. She is recovering from glandular fever and has lost her 50-metre backstroke world record. But she says the loss fires her up for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Why it mattersMcKeown's break shows how top swimmers balance health with their goals. The 50m backstroke becoming Olympic adds new competition at LA 2028.
AustraliaMcKeown remains Australia's top backstroker and a major medal prospect for LA 2028, though her current focus is recovery rather than competition.
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