Resolution criteria

This market will resolve to the swimmer who wins the Women's 200-meter Backstroke final at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. The final is scheduled for August 2, 2025, at 19:17 local time (UTC+8). Official results will be sourced from the World Aquatics website:

Competition Results | World Aquatics Official

Background

The Women's 200-meter Backstroke is a premier event at the World Aquatics Championships, attracting top talent from around the globe. Key contenders include:

• Kaylee McKeown (AUS): The two-time defending champion and current world record holder (2:03.14). McKeown has consistently posted sub-2:04 times, making her the favorite.

• Regan Smith (USA): Former world record holder (2:03.35) and silver medalist at recent major competitions. Smith's season-best is 2:05.84.

• Claire Curzan (USA): The 2024 World Champion in McKeown's absence, with a personal best of 2:05.09 achieved at the 2025 U.S. Nationals.

• Peng Xuwei (CHN): Bronze medalist at the 2023 World Championships, with a season-best of 2:06.54.

The event will be held at the World Aquatics Championships Arena within the Singapore Sports Hub.

Considerations

• Competition Schedule: Heats and semifinals are on August 1, 2025, with the final on August 2.

• Historical Context: McKeown aims for her third consecutive world title, while Smith seeks to reclaim her former dominance.

For detailed event information and updates, refer to the official World Aquatics Championships page: World Aquatics Championships - Singapore 2025.