Two-time Olympic gold medalist Rebecca Adlington has announced her retirement from swimming
Tuesday 5 February 2013 17:02, UK
Double Olympic champion Rebecca Adlington has announced her retirement from competitive swimming.
Adlington was also a European and Commonwealth champion and the 18-time Olympic gold medal winner Michael Phelps followed the tributes. He said: "Our paths have crossed many times over the years. Her accomplishments speak for themselves, she has been a great representative for British Swimming and the sport overall. "I congratulate her on a fantastic career and wish her all the best in the future."
