Inside Ariarne Titmus’ Decision to Retire and Reinvent Herself

16/10/2025 8 min
Inside Ariarne Titmus’ Decision to Retire and Reinvent Herself

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In this episode of Triple M Rush Hour with Dobbo & Elliott, Olympic champion Ariarne Titmus joins the show to open up about her shock decision to retire from swimming at just 25. After more than a decade representing Australia on the world stage, Ariarne reveals what led to her decision — from major surgeries to behind-the-scenes struggles — and why she’s proud of everything she’s achieved. She addresses comments about being “too young to retire,” shares how her family reacted to the news, and reflects on the reaction from her viral coach, Dean Boxall. Ariarne also discusses what’s next: life after elite sport, new ventures in broadcasting, and her passion for giving back to regional communities. Plus, she shares a powerful message for young Australians chasing their dreams: “If you truly want something, don’t listen to what anyone says and just go for it.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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