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| Full Name | Date of Birth | Birth Place |
|---|---|---|
| Leisel Marie Jones | 30 Aug, 1985 | Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia |
| Sports | Team | Nationality |
| Swimming | Australia (Swimming) |
Australian |
Born on 30th August 1985 in Katherine, Australia, Leisel Marie Jones is an Australian Swimmer, specialized in Breaststroke technique. She started her swimming at the age of 14 by qualifying for the Australian Championship in 100m Breaststroke.
Her Achievements:-
- Earned two gold and a silver medal at the Olympic Games of 2008, held in Beijing.
- Bagged three gold medals at the FINA World Championships of 2005, held in Montreal.
- Earned ten gold medals through her astounding performance at the Commonwealth Games of 2002, 2006 and 2010, held in Manchester, Melbourne, and India.
- Honored as the "Telstra Swimmer of the Year" in 2008 as part of the International all-star team of the year.
- Honored with the "Order of Australia" in 2004 (the year she earned a gold medal in the Olympics) for her sincere efforts in sports.
Updated On :24 May, 2024
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