Matt Richards is a decorated British swimmer, Olympic Gold and Silver medallist, and World Champion. He excelled in the 200m and 4x200m freestyle events, earning multiple medals at major championships. Awarded an MBE for his contributions to swimming, he also inspires as a motivational speaker.
Matt Richards has made a significant mark in competitive swimming, particularly as an Olympian. At the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, he secured a gold medal in the 4x200m freestyle relay and a silver medal in the 200m freestyle. These achievements add to his previous Olympic success, having won gold in the 4x200m freestyle relay at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.
Matt's prowess extends beyond the Olympics, with notable victories at the World Championships. In 2023, he clinched the title of World Champion in both the 200m freestyle and the 4x200m freestyle relay. His success on the European stage is equally impressive, highlighted by his double gold wins at the 2023 Short Course European Championships in the 200m freestyle and 4x50m freestyle.
His career is further distinguished by a range of medals from various competitions, including three bronze medals at the World Championships and multiple medals at the Long Course and Short Course European Championships. This array of honours showcases his consistent excellence across different swimming events and distances.
In addition to his sporting achievements, Matt was appointed an MBE in 2022 for his services to swimming. As an Olympic speaker, he shares valuable lessons from his journey, emphasising themes like perseverance, teamwork and the pursuit of excellence, inspiring audiences with his dedication and success.
2024 - Gold medallist in the 4x200m Freestyle & Silver medallist in the 200m Freestyle at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games
2023 - World Champion in the 200m Freestyle & 4x200m Freestyle at the 2023 World Championships
2023 - SC European Champion in the 200m Freestyle & 4x50m Freestyle at the 2023 SC European Championships
2022 - Appointed MBE for Services to Swimming
2021 - Gold medallist in the 4x200m Freestyle at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games (postponed due to COVID-19)
3x Bronze World Championships medallist
3x Silver LC European Championships medallist
1x Bronze LC European Championships medallist
1x Silver SC European Championships medallist
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