The first world record in the 400 metres
individual medley in long course (50 metres)
swimming
Swimming is the self-propulsion of a person through water, such as saltwater or freshwater environments, usually for recreation, sport, exercise, or survival. Swimmers achieve locomotion by coordinating limb and body movements to achieve hydrody ...
was recognized by the
International Swimming Federation (FINA) in
1957
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, followed by the women a year later. In the short course (25 metres) swimming events 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 June 2025
Men short course
*Correct as of December 2024
Women long course
*Correct as of June 2025
Women short course
*Correct as of December 2024
References
External links
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{{World records in swimming
Individual medley 400 metres
World record progression 400 metres individual medley
The first world record in the 400 metres individual medley in long course (50 metres) swimming was recognized by the International Swimming Federation (FINA) in 1957
Events January
* January 1 – The Saarland joins West Germa ...