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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ellie Muir

Rebecca Adlington says public called her ‘too fat’ and ‘ugly’ while competing in Olympics aged 19

Former Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington has opened up about dealing with hurtful comments about her weight and appearance while competing for Team GB, aged 19.

The four-time Olympic gold medalist and BBC pundit, who made her debut at the 2008 Beijing Games and won the 400 and 800 metres freestyle, has said in a new interview that she “blocked everyone out” while dealing with public criticism of her body.

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