Kaylee McKeown

Biography

Kaylee McKeown burst onto the international swimming scene when she joined the Dolphins swim team at just 15 years old, following in the wake of her sister Taylor. By 2017, Kaylee was already making a name for herself by finishing fourth in the 200m backstroke at the World Championships. Her rising star continued to shine through the 2018 Commonwealth Games and the Youth Olympic Games, where she amassed a collection of gold, silver, and bronze medals.

In 2019, Kaylee snagged her first major international medals at the World Championships in the women's 200m backstroke and the 4x100m medley relay. The deferment of the Tokyo Olympics in 2020 turned out to be fortuitous for Kaylee as she embarked on a record-breaking spree in 2021, ultimately securing gold in the 100m and 200m backstroke at the Tokyo Games. She also played a pivotal role in Australia's gold-winning medley relay team and bagged a bronze in the mixed medley relay.

Kaylee's momentum continued into subsequent years, highlighted by a string of victories and record-setting performances. Notably, she clinched the backstroke treble at the 2023 World Championships, a feat never before achieved by any swimmer. As she gears up for the Paris 2024 Olympics, Kaylee is a force to be reckoned with, bringing unparalleled dedication and a competitive spirit to the pool.

Her journey from a young prodigy to a swimming powerhouse is a testament to her resilience and tenacity, making her one of Australia's finest athletes.