Ariarne Titmus reveals the REAL reason she quit swimming aged just 25

Ariarne Titmus reveals the real reason she quit swimming at 25

Australian swimming star Ariarne Titmus, known for her three individual gold medals at the Paris Olympics, has revealed the heartfelt reason behind her early retirement from the sport. The announcement surprised fans and the athletic community alike.

Choosing love and family over competition

Initially, Titmus offered only a vague explanation for stepping away from professional swimming, saying that certain things in her life had become more important than the sport. Now, she has openly shared what truly guided her decision: her relationship with Mac Powell and her commitment to family.

"In my personal life – and this was really the crux of the decision – you have to be quite a selfish person to be an athlete," Titmus told News Corp. "I've lived my life not caring that I never got to spend birthdays with friends or go to family events, but I wasn't willing to go back to the life where I put my family second."
"I also met my partner right after the Paris Olympics. I wasn’t willing to put that on the backburner."

A new chapter beyond the pool

Titmus emphasized that her decision came from a place of maturity and balance, reflecting a shift from an all-consuming career to priorities centered around love and family life.

Author’s summary: Ariarne Titmus ended her swimming career to prioritize her relationship with Mac Powell and reconnect with her family after years of sacrifices in sports.

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Daily Mail Daily Mail — 2025-11-09

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