It is a very exciting time for British Swimming, with Adam Peaty living up to the hype and smashing a world record and winning Gold in the Men's 100m breaststroke. Peaty also became the first man to win Gold at the Olympics since 1988; when Adrian Moorhouse won in Seoul. Peaty was cheered on by his family, as he stormed to a breathtaking 57.13 record.
GB had even more to cheer about, when Jazz Carlin won Silver in the 400m freestyle just a few moments later. Carlin, who was also the first Welsh medal finished in 4.01 behind American Kathleen Ledecky who claimed the Gold. After supporting Team GB from the stands at London 2012, it really is a fantastic story for the 25 year old.
It was 4th place heart break for fellow Brit Hannah Miley, as she missed out on a medal in the women's individual Medley final. The bronze medal went to Spaniard Mireia Belmonte Garcia, who finished in 4:32.39, with Miley finishing 4.32.54.
With more swimmer representing Britain over the coming days, it is a hugely exciting time for fans!
If you are a fan of British Swimming, then you will not want to miss out on our first Live Sport Talks event this September, We welcome former Olympian swimmer Joanne Jackson as a guest to discuss her career as well as her thoughts on GB's performance at Rio this Summer. Both individual and group tickets are now available at the website www.livesporttalks.com. Tickets are limited so book now to avoid disappointment!
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