Sarah Sjostrom clocked 24.62 and 24.36 in the 50-meter freestyle at the Swim Open Stockholm in April.

What happened?

She then competed at the 62nd edition of the Sette Colli International Meet in Rome, where she excelled in the 50 butterfly and 50 freestyle.

Sjostrom's mark of 25.05 in the 50 fly is a time that only she and Gretchen Walsh have bettered.

Why it matters for Sarah Sjostrom

This performance confirms the veteran will be a medals factor when the 50 fly is contested at the Olympic Games for the first time in 2028.

In the 50 freestyle, Sjostrom was more impressive, recording the 40th sub-24 swim of her career with a time of 23.86.

What comes next?

Sjostrom is well-positioned to reach the podium at the European Championships in Paris, having declared herself a go for the event after her positive comeback.

She boasts a portfolio that includes 96 medals from major international competition, including six from the Olympic Games.

Sjostrom has collected 25 pieces of hardware at the European Champs, with multiple titles earned in the 50 freestyle, 50 butterfly, and 100 butterfly.

With a strong meet this summer, her global-medal count could reach triple digits, a feat never previously achieved on the international stage.

Gretchen Walsh might have overshadowed Sjostrom in Rome, but the Swede reminded the world that she is still a powerful force.

Sjostrom's comeback continued to take shape over the weekend, as she raced at the Sette Colli meet.

The 32-year-old Sjostrom was initially uncertain about her summer schedule but wasted minimal time declaring herself a go for the European Championships.

Her pure sprint talent is still a major weapon, and she is one of the greatest swimmers in history.

Sjostrom opened her meet at the Foro Italico with a strong showing in the 50 fly.

She will challenge her top times when deeper into her return, having touched the wall a quarter-second off her former world record of 23.61.

Sjostrom's effort in the 50 fly also opened eyes, as she recorded a time that only she and Walsh have bettered.

The Sette Colli meet saw Walsh set an American record of 24.51, the No. 2 performance of all-time, but Sjostrom's performance was also impressive.

Sjostrom's strong meet in Rome has positioned her well for the European Championships, where she will look to add to her medal count.

She has been out of the water for an extended period, following the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, but has gradually ramped up training before jumping back into the competitive fray.

Sjostrom's return to competition has been successful so far, with quality results in the 50-meter freestyle and 50 butterfly.

The Swedish veteran remains a force in the swimming world, and her performances will be closely watched in the lead-up to the European Championships.

Sjostrom's experience and talent make her a strong contender for medals at the European Championships, and she will be looking to make a statement in Paris.

Her training and preparation have been focused on getting her back to her best, and it seems to be paying off.

The European Championships will provide a stern test for Sjostrom, but she is well-positioned to succeed.

Sjostrom's comeback is a reminder that she is still a powerful force in the swimming world.

She will be looking to make a strong impression at the European Championships and set herself up for success in the lead-up to the 2028 Olympic Games.

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Her performance in Rome has given her confidence, and she will be looking to build on that in Paris.

Sjostrom's medal count could reach triple digits with a strong meet at the European Championships, which would be a historic achievement.

She has the talent and experience to succeed, and her training and preparation have been focused on getting her back to her best.

The European Championships will be a key test for Sjostrom, but she is well-positioned to succeed and make a strong impression.

Sjostrom's strong performances in Rome have set her up well for the European Championships, where she will be looking to medal and make a statement.

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Sjostrom's experience and talent make her a strong contender for medals at the European Championships.

Her training and preparation have been focused on getting her back to her best, and it seems to be paying off.

The European Championships will provide a stern test for Sjostrom, but she is well-positioned to succeed and make a strong impression.

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Her performance in Rome has given her confidence, and she will be looking to build on that in Paris.

Sjostrom's medal count could reach triple digits with a strong meet at the European Championships.

She has the talent and experience to succeed, and her training and preparation have been focused on getting her back to her best.

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