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- calendar_today October 10, 2026
Taylor Ruck Secures Gold in Tashkent
Taylor Ruck of Canada clinched the gold medal in the women's 200-metre backstroke at the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, on Saturday. The victory marks a standout performance for the 26-year-old swimmer from Kelowna, B.C., at the second stop of the three-meet series.
Ruck's Winning Performance
Ruck captured the top podium spot in the 200 metre backstroke with a time of two minutes 2.41 seconds. She finished ahead of Anna Peplowski of the United States, who clocked in at 2:02.71, and Japan's Waka Kobori, who took bronze with a time of 2:06.99. The race was a highlight of the competition, showcasing Ruck's experience and skill in women's backstroke events.
Multiple Medals for Canadian Swimmers
Beyond her gold medal performance, Taylor Ruck also earned silver medals in the women's 100-metre backstroke and 50-metre freestyle earlier in the week. Her achievements contributed significantly to Canada swimming's tally at the Tashkent swimming event. In total, Canada secured seven medals: one gold, three silver, and three bronze during the competition.
World Aquatics Swimming World Cup Series
The World Aquatics Swimming World Cup is a three-meet international series that attracts some of the world's top swimmers. The Tashkent stop was the second in this year’s calendar, with athletes competing for medals and valuable international experience. The series will conclude next week in Kazakhstan.
Background on Taylor Ruck
Taylor Ruck is known as a four-time Olympic medallist and a prominent figure in the world of competitive swimming. As a kelowna swimmer, her accomplishments have brought recognition to Canadian athletes on the global stage. Her recent 200 meter backstroke gold in Tashkent adds to a growing list of swimming medals and solidifies her reputation in women's backstroke events.
Looking Ahead
With the final stop of the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup approaching, Canadian athletes, led by Ruck's performances, are poised to continue competing at the highest level. The results in Tashkent highlight the strength of Canada swimming on the world stage as the series prepares for its conclusion in Kazakhstan.
Source: cbc.ca.
