The man in the big black suit is no more, with Ian Thorpe having hung up his goggles and called time on his illustrious career. Along the way there have been countless highs and impressive performances, but the four below are our favourites.
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thorpe closes final curtain
Ian Thorpe confirmed what had been suspected when he announced his retirement from swimming at a press conference in Sydney overnight. The 24 year old cited a lack of motivation and a desire to move on with his life as the main reasons for his decision to end a career that has brought him … Continue Reading→
have we seen the last of the thorpedo?
Ian Thorpe is sensationally expected to announce his retirement at a press conference due to take place in Australia on Tuesday. The 24 year old Australian, who has barely been seen competing since the Athens Olympics after a bout of illnesses and injuries, has reputedly lost his appetite for the training needed to race … Continue Reading→
golden girls put britain on top of europe
There were 5 medals for Great Britain on the closing night of finals in Budapest to bring the team’s total to 13 – the best ever performance by a British squad at these championships. The highlight of the final night was the performance of the ladies 400m medley relay team who snatched gold in a new British Record time, while the squad were named the top team of the championships.
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silver lining for relay quartet
Britain’s men fought bravely in the final of the 4x200m freestyle but eventually succumbed to an Italian quartet who boasted greater strength in depth, leaving the home team to take the silver medal in a new British record time. There were no further medal successes on the penultimate night in Budapest but hopes remain of podium success on the final night as several swimmers progressed through their semi-finals.
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