Latest news with #AustralianDolphins
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Aussie teen eclipses Leisel Jones feat as poolside interview leaves fans stunned
Teen sensation Sienna Toohey has broken down pool side after collecting her ticket to the World Swimming Championships in Singapore having become the youngest Australian to break the 1:07 mark in the 100m breaststroke. Toohey has long been touted as a future swimming star for the Australian Dolphins having recently broken Liesel Jones' longstanding age group record in the 100m breaststroke. And the 16-year-old has delivered in front of her swimming rivals at the Australian world championships trials this week having eclipsed Ella Ramsay to win the 100m breaststroke on Tuesday night. Toohey edged out in front of Olympic silver medallist Ramsay to finish with 1:06.55 and book her ticket to Singapore later this year. She finished in front if Ramsay, 1:06.86, and Sienna Harben, 1:07.02, in a close swim. And immediately after the race, Toohey joined Aussie swimming icon Cate Campbell poolside for a chat. And the 16-year-old was overcome with emotions have realised she had achieved a lifelong dream. "I am just so excited because I have worked so hard," Toohey said as she broke down in tears. "I was so nervous, I am just so happy I have done them proud. "I have been training in Canberra for the last six weeks, because my club has taken a break, so it has been very hard. So coming out here I just knew I wanted to get it because I have made a lot of sacrifices and so has my family. So it's a lot. I know my brothers would miss me so much. They've just given up so much for me to be able to do this." Ramsay was a little of her PB and was frustrated with her race knowing she hadn't undertaken too much sprint training heading into the trials. Regardless, Australia has a new face on the swimming scene with Toohey slowly working her way up the ranks. In April, Toohey broke Jones' 23-old record of 1:07.31 to become the fastest 16-year-old. However, her latest achievement has seen her eclipse all other Australians and record the 9th fastest time ever for a junior. Not even the legendary Jones achieved this feat in the juniors. Although she does have some way to go to break Jones' PB of 1:05.09 in the 100m breaststroke, which she achieved in 2005. "All of these people being my idols, now I get to be on the team with them," Toohey said after her swim. "These are people that I was watching two years ago, saying I want to be like them." The moment 16-year-old Sienna Toohey broke through to cement her senior Dolphins selection with a massive PB 🤯🔥🐬With mum watching on, the girl from Albury won the women's 100m breaststroke (1:06.55) at the Australian Swimming sensational Sienna 👏🥹 🔗… — Australian Dolphins Swim Team (@DolphinsAUS) June 10, 2025 16 years old and going to her first World Champs as a senior Dolphin!Sienna Toohey won the 100m breaststroke at the Aussie Swimming Trials last night in 1:06.55, a PB of more than half a second, which has secured the ticket to Singapore.#TeamAUS | @DolphinsAUS | @SwimmingAUS — AUS Olympic Team (@AUSOlympicTeam) June 11, 2025 Sienna Toohey climbs to ninth place all time — nuotostat (@nuotostat) June 10, 2025 Guys, we've got a good'un here. 16yo Sienna Toohey is going to be a star! — John Dean (@JohnDean_) June 10, 2025 SIENNA TOOHEY OMG A 16YO JUST QUALIFIED FOR WORLD CHAMPS IN BREASTSTROKE WE FINALLY HAVE A GOOD BREASTROKER — TeamThiem (@MedvedevMeddler) June 10, 2025 Having been around Toohey during her time at the Australian trials, five-time Olympic gold medallist Kaylee McKeown has offered some advice for the teenager. Having been through a similar career trajectory as the girl from Albury, McKeown claimed Toohey needs to try and enjoy as much of her development as possible as she joins the Australian Dolphins. "Just to enjoy yourself," McKeown said when offering advice to Toohey. "The more you be serious, the more you're harsh on yourself, you keep just digging yourself in a bit of a hole and it's quite hard to get out of." Only this week, McKeown offered an insight into her own struggles after the Paris Olympics. The Aussie sensation won four individual gold medals in Paris, but admitted the sudden change after an Olympics took a toll on her mental health as she took a little time away from the sport.
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Ariarne Titmus responds as news about Aussie swim champ sparks flood of messages
Ariarne Titmus has joined the outpouring of messages congratulating Brianna Throssell after the swimming gold medallist announced her retirement from the sport on Sunday. Taking to social media, Throssell revealed she's retired from competitive swimming effective immediately, after revealing at last year's Paris Games that she wouldn't continue to the next Olympics. Throssell enjoyed a breakthrough moment at the Paris Games when she claimed her first Olympic gold medal from a race where she swum in the final. She won gold as part of the women's 4x100m medley team at the Tokyo Games, but on that occasion she was only a heat swimmer. In Paris she was selected to race in the 4x200m freestyle relay final, and helped her country win gold alongside Titmus, Mollie O'Callaghan and Lani Pallister. "As I reflect on everything I've accomplished, I feel an overwhelming sense of pride in the journey I've taken," she wrote on Sunday when she announced her retirement. "For over 12 years, I've been a part of the Australian Dolphins team, giving everything I had, leaving no stone unturned. Swimming has been the biggest part of my life, and I've pushed myself to the absolute limit. I've competed in two Commonwealth Games, six long course World Championships, three Olympics, won four Olympic medals, and set a world record. Each of these achievements holds a special place in my heart. But the greatest reward has been the person I've become through it all. "I am so proud of everything I've achieved and incredibly grateful for the lessons swimming has taught me. It was never about the medals, it's about the people I've met, the strength I've found within myself, and the pride in knowing I gave everything I had." O'Callaghan, Cameron McEvoy and Shayna Jack were among the many to send their congratulations. And on Monday it was good friend Titmus' turn. Titmus and Throssell roomed together in Paris and have shared a close bond for years. Titmus wrote: "I am so so proud of you beautiful, in and out of the pool. I am so blessed for your support and friendship and can't wait to see you do great things in the next chapter of your life! Love you lots. Here's to making many more memories." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Brianna Throssell (@briannathrossell) It came after Throssell sent out another post on Instagram thanking everyone for the well-wishes, which made special mention of Titmus. "The past few days have been incredibly emotional, and I've been absolutely overwhelmed by the beautiful messages of love and support, thank you from the bottom of my heart," she wrote. "I feel so lucky to have been surrounded by the most amazing people throughout my swimming journey. "To my biggest supporters, Mum, Dad, and Nick, thank you for being there through it all. The early mornings, the tough days, the best moments, and everything in between. I truly wouldn't be here without you. To my fiancé Josh, thank you for always being by my side, cheering me on and supporting me every step of the way I can't wait for this next chapter together. To my family, thank you for always being there and cheering me on from near and far. Your love and support mean everything. "To my teammates, past and present, you've made this journey so special. A huge shoutout to my roomies along the way, especially Arnie (Titmus), Evie, and Shayna (Jack), for the memories, laughs, and unwavering support. And to all the athletes who have inspired me, you continue to push the boundaries of what's possible, and I'm so proud to have raced alongside you. "This sport has given me more than I could have ever imagined, and while this chapter is closing, my love for swimming and the people in it will never fade. I'll forever cherish the friendships, the lessons, and the incredible moments that have shaped who I am today. From the bottom of my heart, thank you." Throssell finishes her career with 39 medals, including four Olympic medals. She'll now switch her focus to a career in business, joining Deloitte Australia's Mergers and Acquisitions team. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Brianna Throssell (@briannathrossell)
