Who is Kyle Chalmers?
Kyle Chalmers is an Australian sprint freestyle swimmer who won the 100 metres freestyle gold medal at the Rio 2016 Olympics at just 18 years of age. He has since won silver in the event at the next two Olympics.
Chalmers was born in Port Lincoln, South Australia, in 1998. He was a talented Australian rules footballer as a junior before choosing to focus on swimming.
At the Rio 2016 Olympics, he came from behind to win the 100 metres freestyle, becoming the first Australian man to win the event since Michael Wenden in 1968.
Consistent performer
Chalmers won silver in the 100 metres freestyle at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, just behind American Caeleb Dressel, and silver again at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
He has also won world championship titles and relay medals. His strong finishing speed makes him a key member of Australia's relay teams.
Chalmers has spoken about overcoming heart surgery for a condition called supraventricular tachycardia early in his career, and about the mental pressures of elite sport.
Did You Know?
Chalmers was one of the youngest men ever to win the Olympic 100 metres freestyle.