11K views · 69 reactions | Two days after claiming a maiden gold medal in the 400m freestyle final, Ariarne Titmus had a blistering final lap to touch the wall in 1:53.50 in Olympic record time and claim the 200m freestyle crown. Here's how the race was won. Follow our live coverage: bit.ly/3zHHUIh | The Sydney Morning Herald | Facebook

Australian swimming legend Ariarne Titmus has announced she is retiring from swimming. 🏊 The 25-year-old posted a letter to herself on Instagram saying "18 years you spent in the pool competing. 10 of those representing your country. You went to two Olympic Games and ever better, you won!!! ... What’s ahead for you is exciting. New goals, more time with the people you love most and the chance to wholeheartedly put yourself, not your sport first. Make sure you enjoy every moment, big or small. T