Highlights
- Thomas Ceccon won gold in the men’s 100-meter backstroke at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
- The Italian swimmer has gained a massive fanbase, with social media buzzing about his athletic prowess and good looks.
- Ceccon isn’t married, and he has yet to reveal his girlfriend.
Thomas Ceccon has become the breakout star of the 2024 Paris Olympics, winning not just medals but hearts worldwide.
The 23-year-old swimmer from Thiene, Italy, has set the internet ablaze with his impressive performances and undeniable charisma.
Ceccon’s journey to Olympic stardom began at the 2020 Tokyo Games, where he claimed silver in the men’s 4×100-meter freestyle relay and bronze in the 4×100-meter medley relay.
In Paris, he’s elevated his game, securing bronze in the 4×100-meter freestyle relay before clinching gold in his signature event, the 100-meter backstroke.
The “Shark,” as he’s nicknamed, isn’t just an Olympic champion.
Ceccon holds the world record in the long-course 100-meter backstroke and is part of the record-holding team for the short-course 4×100-meter freestyle relay.
On the national level, he’s the Italian record holder for the long-course 50-meter backstroke and 50-meter butterfly.
Comes From An Athletic Family
In a recent interview with Italian network Rai Italia, Thomas Ceccon revealed his long-held Olympic aspirations.
“As a kid, at 15, the coach asked me, ‘What is your dream?’ I answered, ‘To win the Olympics,'” he shared.
This determination has clearly paid off, with Ceccon noting, “Winning here isn’t like at the World Championships; it’s a race that happens every four years.”
Thomas’ prowess in the pool may be partially attributed to his athletic lineage.
His mother, Gioia, is an Italian skating champion, while his father, Loris Ceccon, was an army pentathlete.
The swimmer even considered a career in tennis before ultimately choosing to pursue swimming alongside his brother.
Single Ready To Mingle
Despite his rising fame and undeniable charm, Thomas Ceccon appears to be single, much to the delight of his growing fanbase.
So, ladies, there is a chance! You can be his girlfriend or even his wife—who knows? Slide in his DM!
The Italian swimmer has kept his personal life private, focusing instead on his athletic achievements.
This hasn’t stopped fans from expressing their admiration, with one Instagram user commenting, “You also won the gold medal for stealing the world’s heart 😍.”
The young Olympian is clearly dedicated to his swimming career and has put romance on the back burner for now.
In an interview with World Aquatics, he spoke about his journey, saying, “I’ve always liked swimming. I have always enjoyed staying in the water with my brother.”
Just So You Know
- Although Thomas Ceccon won gold in the 100m, he failed to qualify for the finals in the 200m.
- He almost became a professional tennis player instead of a swimmer.
- Ceccon was spotted napping in the Olympic Village park. The video went viral, sparking discussions about the living conditions in the Olympic Village, including the reported lack of air conditioning.
