Katie Ledecky wins gold

Katie Ledecky showcased her dominance in swimming by winning the gold medal in the 1500-meter freestyle at the Paris Olympics, finishing over 10 seconds ahead of her competitors. Following her victory, a young fan named Madden was captured on camera expressing sheer joy and disbelief at Ledecky's attention, a moment that quickly went viral online. Ledecky also made history by winning her 13th Olympic medal in the 4x200 meter freestyle relay, solidifying her status as the most decorated U.S. female Olympian. Erin Gemmell, a swimmer who idolizes Ledecky, helped her team secure a silver medal in the relay, while Australia took gold. The heartwarming reactions from young fans underscore Ledecky's inspirational impact on the next generation of swimmers. As Ledecky prepares to compete in the 800-meter freestyle, she has the chance to surpass Jenny Thompson's gold medal record.