Swimmer Lewis Clareburt has claimed a maiden world championship title, winning the 400-metre individual medley in Doha.

His time of 4 minutes and 9.72 seconds was 1.02 seconds off his personal best.

Before the meet, New Zealand had never had a world champion - now they have two after Erika Fairweather's triumph in the 400 metres freestyle.

Sportstalk host Jason Pine explains further.

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Swimmer Lewis Clareburt has claimed a maiden world championship title, winning the 400-metre individual medley in Doha.
His time of 4 minutes and 9.72 seconds was 1.02 seconds off his personal best.
Before the meet, New Zealand had never had a world champion - now they have two after Erika Fairweather's triumph in the 400 metres freestyle.
Sportstalk host Jason Pine explains further.
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