Seventeen-year-old Las Vegas native Claire Weinstein has made her hometown proud by securing a silver medal at the Olympics in the women’s 4×200 freestyle relay. Weinstein’s exceptional performance contributed to Team USA’s second-place finish and helped swimming legend Katie Ledecky break the record for the most medals won by an American woman in Olympic history.

Weinstein, a member of the Sandpipers of Nevada swim team, which trains at the Clark County Parks and Recreation’s Desert Breeze Aquatic Facility, shared the podium with teammates Paige Madden and Erin Gemmell, along with the iconic Katie Ledecky.

Clark County took to social media to celebrate Weinstein’s remarkable achievement, posting a congratulatory message honoring her silver medal win. This recognition highlights the community’s pride in Weinstein’s accomplishments and her representation of Las Vegas on the global stage.

Weinstein’s Olympic success is a testament to her dedication, talent, and the support she has received from her coaches and the local swimming community. As a young athlete with a promising future, she serves as an inspiration to aspiring swimmers in Las Vegas and beyond.

Source: KTNV