NewzAustralian swimmer Lani Pallister has defeated American distance legend Katie Ledecky in the 800-meter event at the Pan Pacific Swimming Championships. The victory marks the first time Ledecky has been beaten in the 800m at a senior international swim meet in 16 years.
The historic win capped off a successful campaign for Australia at the international competition, concluding the nation's participation at the meet with a prominent gold-medal performance.
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