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Swimming is extremely popular in Australia. If you recall, Ian Thorpe was Michael Phelps' greatest nemesis is the 2000 and 2004 Olympics, and the Australia Men's 4x100 free relay always gives the US squad a challenge. The women's section is also strong, with great swimmers such as Stephanie Rice, Leisel Jones Shane Gould in the history Aussie swimming. of Many renowned swim programs and coaches originate from Down Under, such as the Carlile Swim Program. Australia's total number of swimming gold medals (58) is second only to the US (217)

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