Pan Zhanle vs Kyle Chalmers
Pan Zhanle vs Kyle Chalmers: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Pan Zhanle and Kyle Chalmers?
Chalmers is another top competitor in the freestyle events, often seen as a direct rival to Pan in major competitions. Their races have been closely contested, highlighting the intensity of their rivalry.
Pan Zhanle
Key numbers
- Olympic Games Medals2 Gold, 1 Silver
- World Championships Medals4 Gold, 2 Silver
- Asian Games Medals3 Gold, 3 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Total Major Championships Medals9 Gold, 6 Silver, 1 Bronze
Top honours
- Olympic Games Gold Medal100 meter freestyle (2024)
- World Championships Gold Medals4 (various events)
- Asian Games Gold Medals3 (various events)
- World Record Holder100 meter freestyle
- Asian Record Holder100 meter freestyle
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Kyle Chalmers
Key numbers
- Olympic Games Medals1 Gold, 1 Silver
- World Championships Medals2 Gold, 1 Silver
- 100m Freestyle Best Time47.08
Top honours
- Olympic Games Gold Medal100 meter freestyle (2016)
- World Championships Gold Medals2 (various events)
- Commonwealth Games Gold MedalsMultiple