The 2025 World Aquatics Swimming World Cup is gearing up for a spectacular conclusion as the world’s best swimmers head to Toronto, Canada, for the final leg of the three-stop series. From Thursday to Saturday, the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre will transform into the epicenter of global swimming talent, hosting Olympic and world champions battling for medals, records, and the overall World Cup crown.
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A Season of Records and Rivalries
The 2025 short-course (25-metre) circuit has delivered electrifying performances across the first two stops — Carmel, Indiana, and Westmont, Illinois — where swimmers shattered world records and national marks.
In Westmont, Australia’s Mollie O’Callaghan became the first woman ever to swim under 1:50 in the 200m freestyle, finishing in 1:49.77. Fellow Aussie Kaylee McKeown set a new world standard in the 200m backstroke at 1:57.87, while Team USA’s Kate Douglass broke the 100m freestyle world record with 50.19 seconds. Her teammate Regan Smith matched her own 100m backstroke world record (54.02), adding to the momentum from Gretchen Walsh’s earlier 50m butterfly record (23.72) in Carmel.
Canadian Stars Shine Bright
Canadian swimmers have also made waves throughout the circuit.
Ilya Kharun (Montreal) has emerged as one of the series’ breakout stars, collecting multiple podium finishes — including victories in the 50m and 200m butterfly — and setting Canadian records in the 100m butterfly (49.00) and 50m freestyle (20.72). His 1:48.46 mark in the 200m butterfly not only broke the U.S. Open and World Cup records, but also positioned him as a favorite for the overall title.
Finlay Knox (Okotoks, Alta./HPC-Vancouver) and Mary-Sophie Harvey (Trois-Rivières, Que./CAMO) have also impressed. Harvey broke the national record in the 1500m freestyle with a time of 15:49.06 while taking silver in the 400m individual medley. Toronto’s own Josh Liendo added to the excitement with podium finishes in the 50m freestyle and 100m butterfly.
Overall Standings Ahead of Toronto
After two rounds, the Americans dominate the women’s overall standings — Gretchen Walsh leads with 118.1 points, followed closely by Kate Douglass (118.0) and Regan Smith (114.4).
For Canada, Mary-Sophie Harvey currently ranks 15th overall with 82.5 points and continues to climb.
On the men’s side, Hubert Kos (Hungary) leads with 116.4 points, while Kharun sits in second with 113.1 points, putting him squarely in contention for the overall men’s title.
The Toronto crowd is in for a treat, with a stacked lineup of Olympic and world champions ready to hit the pool. Stars include Thomas Ceccon (Italy), Hubert Kos (Hungary), Noe Ponti (Switzerland), and Canada’s own Josh Liendo, who will be eager to claim gold in front of a home audience.
One of the most anticipated races features Ellen Walshe (Ireland), who has opted to focus on the 200m butterfly final — an event where she has already claimed silver and bronze in previous meets. Her withdrawal from the 100m individual medley opens the door for Taylor Ruck (Canada) and Anastasiya Shkurdai (Neutral Athlete “A”), both clocking identical 59.91s in prelims.
2025 World Cup – Toronto Schedule
Friday, October 24
- 10:00 AM – Men’s 1500m Freestyle Heats
- 6:02 PM – Women’s 400m Medley Finals
- 6:12 PM – Men’s 1500m Freestyle Finals
- 6:33 PM – Men’s 50m Backstroke Finals
- 6:39 PM – Women’s 200m Freestyle Finals
- 6:46 PM – Men’s 200m Medley Finals
- 6:53 PM – Women’s 100m Backstroke Finals
- 7:00 PM – Men’s 50m Breaststroke Finals
- 7:05 PM – Women’s 50m Butterfly Finals
- 7:11 PM – Men’s 100m Freestyle Finals
- 7:17 PM – Women’s 100m Breaststroke Finals
- 7:23 PM – Men’s 200m Butterfly Finals
Saturday, October 25
- 6:02 PM – Men’s 400m Medley Finals
- 6:11 PM – Women’s 800m Freestyle Finals
- 6:25 PM – Women’s 100m Butterfly Finals
- 6:32 PM – Men’s 50m Butterfly Finals
- 6:37 PM – Women’s 200m Backstroke Finals
- 6:46 PM – Men’s 100m Backstroke Finals
- 6:52 PM – Women’s 50m Breaststroke Finals
- 6:58 PM – Men’s 200m Breaststroke Finals
- 7:05 PM – Women’s 100m Freestyle Finals
- 7:12 PM – Men’s 200m Freestyle Finals
- 7:19 PM – Women’s 200m Medley Finals
HOW TO WATCH AQUATICS SWIMMING WORLD CUP
Fans around the world can catch all the action live from Toronto via official World Aquatics streaming platforms and participating broadcasters.
In Canada, coverage is available through CBC Sports and the CBC Gem app, while international viewers can stream via worldaquatics.com/live or through regional sports networks depending on location.
Whether you’re cheering from home or joining the crowd at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre, the 2025 World Aquatics Swimming World Cup promises fast swims, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable finishes.
