Missy Franklin Crushes World Record, but Can She Finish London 2012 with Gold?

At 17 years old, Missy Franklin isn't taking anything for granted, attacking the field in London as if it's her last Olympics.

That includes the new world record she set in her signature event, the 200-meter backstroke, on Day 7.

Franklin cruised into victory easily for her third gold medal at the 2012 London Olympics, making her the most decorated female at these Games.

She has one more race in her first Olympics, the 4x100-meter individual medley on Day 8, and she is looking to wrap up London with a fourth gold medal.

But, is one last gold in her future? Mel Stewart, a two-time gold medalist in his own right, is here with the breakdown.

More Olympic swimming coverage on SwimSwam.

Follow Mel Stewart on Twitter.
 

Like this video? Watch more of Bleacher Report's London coverage:

What Will Ryan Lochte's Legacy Be All-Time?

Exclusive Preview of Gymnastics Individual Events

Real Story Behind Michael Phelps' Best Event

Michael Phelps vs. Ryan Lochte: Who Is the Better Swimmer?

Crazy Ping Pong Trick Shots

Best and Worst Dressed at the Opening Ceremony

Bleacher Report will be covering the 2012 London Olympics from every angle throughout the Olympiad, so stay tuned to BleacherReport.com and Bleacher Report's YouTube Channel for all of your coverage.