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Why is Stephanie Rice famous?

Why is Stephanie Rice famous?

At the age of 20, Stephanie Rice thrust herself into legendary company when she won three gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. Rice’s victory in the Olympic 400m represented Australia’s first gold medal in Beijing’s Water Cube, and the medal was the nation’s 400th in Olympic history.

Who is the best swimmer in Australia?

With an HPI of 59.74, Ian Thorpe is the most famous Australian Swimmer. His biography has been translated into 52 different languages on wikipedia. Ian James Thorpe, (born 13 October 1982) is an Australian retired swimmer who specialised in freestyle, but also competed in backstroke and the individual medley.

What did Stephanie Rice win at the Olympics?

In Beijing, Rice won three gold medals (each in world record time) in the 200- and 400-metre individual medley events and in the 4×200-metre freestyle relay. In winning the 400-metre individual medley, Rice won her first Olympic medal, Australia’s first gold medal of the games and their 400th Summer Olympic medal.

Is it true that Stephanie Rice retired from swimming?

Yes, Stephanie retired from being a competitive swimmer in 2014. She’s still very active in sports though – she’s a private coach in LA, and a TV anchor and host for the Premier Kabaddi League for Star Sports India. What Are Stephanie Rice’s Hobbies?

What was Stephanie Rice’s personal best in the 400 medley?

Apart from her Olympic gold medals, Rice’s prize cabinet also features two golds from the 2006 Commonwealth Games held in Melbourne. Personal Bests: 200 Medley – 2:07.03 (2009); 400 Medley – 4:29.45 (2008).

Where does Stephanie Rice coach in Los Angeles?

Rice currently coaches in the greater Los Angeles area with the private coaching service, CoachUp. 2008 – Telstra Australian Swimmer of the Year. On June 17, 1988, Rice was born in Brisbane to Raelene Clark and Warren Rice.