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“I used to beat myself up everyday if I did not win an event. I am quite open about those things now and that has been a big change.”

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Leisel Jones, born on August 30, 1985, is a former Australian Olympic swimmer renowned for her exceptional achievements in butterfly swimming. She made her Olympic debut at the 2000 Sydney Games, where she won two gold medals. Jones continued her success at the 2004 Athens and 2008 Beijing Olympics, securing gold medals in both events. Her career is filled with remarkable moments, including multiple world record-breaking performances. more

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