Summer McIntosh claimed her first gold medal at the Pan Pacific swimming competition by setting a championship record in the women’s 400-metre individual medley in Irvine, California. She outpaced Jenna Forrester of Australia, finishing the race in four minutes and 28.01 seconds. This victory marked a significant achievement for McIntosh, who expressed her satisfaction with winning for Canada despite feeling she could have performed even better.

Following her individual triumph, McIntosh contributed to Canada’s success in the women’s 4×200 freestyle relay, securing a bronze medal alongside her teammates. The relay team, led by Mary-Sophie Harvey, posted a time of 7:52.74, securing a podium finish behind Australia and the United States.

The Canadian national anthem filled the venue after McIntosh’s victories, drawing cheers from the enthusiastic crowd, particularly a group of young spectators who were thrilled by the performance. McIntosh expressed gratitude for the support and emphasized the honor of inspiring others through her performances.

In other events, Taylor Ruck finished fifth in the women’s 100 free, while Tristan Jankovics and Lorne Wigginton represented Canada in the men’s 400 IM. McIntosh’s achievements and Canada’s overall success at the Pan Pacific Championships set a positive tone for future competitions, with the team aiming to maintain their podium presence leading up to the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.