Clockwise from left: Melissa Wu, Lydia Lassila, Dawn Fraser, Alisa Camplin, Simon Arkell, Shane Gould, Shane Heal and Haley Lewis.
They’ve represented their country on the world stage and brought home swags of gold, silver and bronze medals. But many Australian Olympians have also gone on to run their own businesses after their professional sporting careers have come to an end.
From selling skincare products and clothing, to running cafes and restaurants, these elite sportspeople have applied the same commitment and dedication they displayed in the pool and on the field to building their own business.
As members of Australia’s current Olympic team put the final touches on their preparations for the 2024 Summer Olympic Games, which kicks off in Paris this weekend, we’ve rounded up some of the Australian Olympians who have gone on to start or run their own business.
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