December 27, 2023, 10:09 AM
Swimming sensation Summer McIntosh is The Canadian Press female athlete of the year for 2023.
The Toronto teenager won a pair of world championship gold medals and set two world records before her 17th birthday this year.
McIntosh earned 24 votes out of 52 cast by sports editors and broadcasters across the country.
Her swimming teammate Maggie Mac Neil ranked second with 12 votes.
McIntosh is a Canadian athlete to watch at next year’s Summer Games in Paris where she’ll chase her first Olympic medal.
The Canadian Press has recognized male and female athletes of the year since 1932.
The winner of the men’s award will be announced tomorrow and the team of the year on Friday.