Ian Thorpe Short biography
Ian Thorpe, nicknamed "Thorpedo" or "Thorpey," is an Australian former swimmer and entrepreneur who specialized in freestyle. He rose to fame by overcoming his chlorine allergy to become one of the greatest swimmers of all time, earning a total of five Olympic gold medals, the most won by any Australian until swimmer Emma McKeon tied that record. Thorpe's achievements include 13 individual long-course world records, 11 World Championship gold medals, and four Swimming World Swimmer of the Year awards.
Ian Thorpe Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ian Thorpe's rank among Swimmers?
Currently # 1 among all Swimmers.
What are Ian Thorpe's main income sources?
Ian Thorpe earns income primarily from Sports and Acting, as shown in our latest estimate above.
What is Ian Thorpe known for?
He is best known as a swimmer.
When did Ian Thorpe start his career?
Ian Thorpe's career ran from 1995 to 2006.
When was Ian Thorpe's net worth last updated?
We last updated this estimate in March 2024.
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