German swimmer breaks 1,500m world record at European Championships

Johannes Liebmann won gold in the 1,500m freestyle, setting a new world record.

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The 19-year-old German had already secured gold in the 800m earlier in the competition.

This historic double strengthens his position among the world's top swimmers.

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