McKeon's composure, humility and super-human achievements have also captured the heart of her hometown in Wollongong, south of Sydney.

Where does Emma McKeon train?

Emma McKeon is a sprint specialist and member of Australia's National Team. Born May 24, 1994 McKeon is from Wollongog, New Wales, and currently trains with St. Peters swimming club with Michael Bohl. Her best events are the 100m and 200m freestyles, and 100m butterfly.

How old is ledecky?

Her six career inidividual gold medals are three shy of tying Soviet gymnast Larisa Latynina's such record of nine. The 24-year-old Ledecky made her Olympic debut in 2012 at the age of just 15 and is competing in her third career Olympic Games.