Australia's greatest-ever swimmer Ian Thorpe has quit, announcing in a press conference his intention to withdraw from professional competition.
In a prepared statement to the packed conference, Thorpe said his battle with sickness and the revelation that there was more to life than swimming had led to his decision.
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Tuesday, November 21, 2006
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I think its disgusting what some people are saying about Thorpey and his decision to retire. He's given 17 years of his 24 years much of that for the good of Australian swimming. I say good on you mate you've done Australia proud.
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I think he has done all he could in swimming and thats all anyone can ask. I'm not sure I agree he is our greatest sportsman though. Good luck to him.
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