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Summer McIntosh broke the world record in the women's 400 freestyle with a time of 3:54.18 at the Canadian Swimming Trials, surpassing Ariarne Titmus' previous record and setting a new Canadian record, making her the favorite for the upcoming World Championships.
Canadian teenager Summer McIntosh ended Katie Ledecky's 13-year unbeaten streak in the 800-meter freestyle final, finishing almost six seconds ahead of the defending Olympic champion at a meet in Orlando. McIntosh set a new Canadian record time of 8 minutes, 11.39 seconds, while Ledecky finished in 8:17:12.
The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Calgary Flames 3-1, securing their 13th consecutive win and breaking the Canadian record previously held by the Montreal Canadiens. Sam Gagner's fluke goal in the third period proved to be the game-winner, with Ryan McLeod and Zach Hyman also contributing goals. The Oilers' impressive streak has been bolstered by their 23-6-0 record since Kris Knoblauch took over as coach, while star player Connor McDavid's scoring streak ended at 12 games.
Canadian world champion pole vaulter Shawn Barber has passed away at the age of 29 due to medical complications at his home in Texas. Barber set the Canadian record for the men’s pole vault and won gold at the 2015 Pan American Games and the IAAF World Championships. He was a three-time NCAA championship winner and made his Olympics debut in 2016. Barber is remembered as a well-liked teammate and competitor, and is survived by his family.