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Summer McIntosh prepares for Pan Pacific Championships in Irvine

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 11:16 AM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Summer McIntosh prepares for Pan Pacific Championships in Irvine

Summary

Canadian swimmer Summer McIntosh is set to compete at the Pan Pacific Swimming Championships in Irvine, California, this week. At 19, she is training under coach Bob Bowman, known for coaching Olympic medalist Michael Phelps. McIntosh aims to build on her impressive resume, which includes four Olympic medals and several world records. Competing against top swimmers from the U.S., Australia, and Japan, she looks to maximize her performance at this significant international meet, inspired by her mother's history as a former Olympian.

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By the Numbers

•Summer McIntosh is competing at the Pan Pacific Championships this week.
•She is training with Bob Bowman, renowned for coaching Michael Phelps.
•McIntosh has four Olympic medals, including three golds.
•Her mother, Jill, is a former Canadian Olympian.
•The competition features top swimmers from the U.S., Australia, and Japan.

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11:16 AMYahoo Sports — Summer McIntosh is the world’s best women’s swimmer. At Pan Pacs, she hopes for new heights

What they're saying

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IRVINE, Calif. — When Canadian Olympic swimmer Summer McIntosh began training with the University of Texas pro group following the 2025 world championships, Bob Bowman wasn’t quite sure what to expect. The longtime coach, best known for his work with 28-time Olympic medalist Michael Phelps, quickly discovered the same qualities that have been lauded by those who have been around McIntosh for years. At 19, she is businesslike. She wants feedback. She’s constantly looking for tiny ways to improve.
— Yahoo Sports

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