World Beater
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Coughlin is the second swimmer to break a world mark in as many days.
Natalie Coughlin is on top of the world following her performance in the 100-meter backstroke Sunday. The five-time Olympic medal winner lowered her previous world record in the event by 0.23 seconds, finishing a preliminary race at the Missouri Grand Prix in 59.21. Story
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