The first world record in the men's 1500 metres
freestyle in a
long course
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was recognised by the
International Swimming Federation
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(FINA) in
1908
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Events
January
* January ...
. In
short course (25 metres) pools, the world's governing body recognizes world records since March 3, 1991.
Men
Long course
Short course
Women
Long course
Short course
All-time top 25
Men long course
*Correct as of May 2025
Men short course
*Correct as of March 2025
Women long course
*Correct as of June 2025
Women short course
*Correct as of December 2024
References
{{World records in swimming
Freestyle 1500 metres
World record progression 1500 metres freestyle