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Lochte indeed holds the world record in the 200-meter individual medley (IM), clocking an impressive time of 1:54.00 at the 2011 World Aquatics Championships in Shanghai, China. With this exceptional performance, Lochte etched his name in swimming history, setting the benchmark for future athletes to strive for in this demanding event that combines butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle swimming.