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Sarah Sjöström

Swedish Swimmer

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Retired

DOB

August 17, 1993

Height / Weight

180 cm (5 ft 11 in) / 70 kg (154 lbs)

Achievements

Olympic gold medalist 2016

Summary

Sarah Sjöström is a Swedish professional swimmer, born on August 17, 1993, in Salem, Sweden. She is widely regarded as one of the greatest female swimmers of all time. Sjöström began her professional career at a young age and gained international recognition when she won her first Olympic gold medal in Rio 2016.

Sjöström is known for her speed, strength, and versatility in different swimming styles. She has won numerous individual awards, including several World Swimmer of the Year titles, and holds multiple records, such as the world record in the 50m and 100m freestyle and 50m and 100m butterfly.

Off the pool, Sjöström is also recognized for her sportsmanship and influence, inspiring young swimmers worldwide.

Career

Early Career

  • Start and Early Success: Sjöström started swimming at a very young age and made her international debut at the age of 14 in the European Swimming Championships in 2008.

Olympic Career

  • Rio 2016: Sjöström won her first Olympic gold in Rio 2016 in the 100m butterfly, setting a new world record in the process. She also won a silver and a bronze medal in the freestyle events.
  • Tokyo 2020: Despite suffering a serious elbow injury before the games, Sjöström managed to win two silver medals and one bronze in Tokyo.

World Championships

  • Multiple Medals: Throughout her career, Sjöström has won numerous gold, silver, and bronze medals in the World Swimming Championships, both in long course and short course events.
International Career

Swedish National Team

  • Debut: Made her debut for Sweden in 2007.

Achievements:

  • European Championships: Winner of multiple gold medals across various events.
  • World Championships: Winner of multiple gold medals in both short course and long course events.
  • Sjöström is Sweden's most decorated swimmer and holds several world records.
Style of Play
  • Style: Known for her versatility, Sjöström excels in freestyle, butterfly, and backstroke events.
  • Skills: Recognized for her incredible speed, strength, and technical skills, Sjöström is celebrated for her powerful strokes and impressive starts and turns.
Personal Life
  • Family: Sjöström is in a relationship with Johan de Jong Skierus. They do not have any children.
  • Non-Swimming Pursuits: Sjöström enjoys cooking and has shown interest in pursuing a culinary career after swimming.
Legacy
  • Sarah Sjöström is celebrated not only for her extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for her resilience, sportsmanship, and influence in swimming. Her impact on the sport and her status as a role model extend beyond the pool, inspiring millions of young swimmers around the world.
Awards and Recognition

World Records:

  • Holder of the 50m and 100m freestyle and 50m and 100m butterfly world records

World Swimmer of the Year:

  • Four-time winner of the World Swimmer of the Year award
References

Books

  • Sjöström, S. (2017) Sarah Sjöström: My Story. Stockholm: Bonnier Fakta Publishing.

Websites

Articles

Interviews and Documentaries

  • Sarah Sjöström: The Making of a Champion (2016): This documentary provides a detailed look at Sjöström’s life and career, featuring interviews with her, her family, and colleagues.
  • SwimSwam Interviews: Various interviews and features on Sarah Sjöström, covering different aspects of her career. Available at: https://www.swimswam.com
Sarah Sjöström image
Full name
Sarah Fredrika Sjöström
Born
1993-08-17
Place of birth
Salem, Sweden
Position(s)
Freestyle, Butterfly
Current team
Retired
Youth career
2007 - 2010 Södertörns SS
Senior career
2010 - 2017 Södertörns SS
2017 - 2020 Energy Standard
International career
2008 - 2020 Swedish National Team
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