'Whirlwind' as Australia's O'Callaghan romps to 200m world gold
Second was China's Li Bingjie (1:54.52) and third Claire Weinstein of the United States (1:54.67).
Speaking following her ruthless win, O'Callaghan said it had been a "whirlwind".
Since winning gold at the Paris Games 12 months ago, O'Callaghan has been injured and had some badly needed time to recharge.
She has spoken emotionally about struggling to live up to the hype since Paris.
"I've an amazing coach to guide me through this difficult time," said O'Callaghan, who regains the title she won in 2023.
"I know it's been hard for a lot of people to come back after the Olympics but very grateful to have a good support team behind me to get me through this mentally and physically."
O'Callaghan arrived in Singapore with the fastest time of the year in the event with 1:54.43, at the Australian trials in June.
Afterwards she had choked back tears as she described coming down from the high of the Olympics, where she won three gold, a silver and a bronze.
"A positive environment definitely makes a world of difference," the Australian said after Wednesday's victory.
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