Siobhan O’Connor

Siobhan O’Connor secured a silver medal in the 200m individual medley at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, setting a new British record of 2:06.88 minutes and becoming the first British female to win an Olympic medal in this highly competitive event. Her illustrious career on the international stage began when she represented Great Britain at the London 2012 Olympic Games, competing in the 100m breaststroke. O’Connor’s breakthrough year arrived decisively at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, where her exceptional performance earned her six medals, including a coveted gold in the 200m individual medley, alongside four silvers and one bronze. That same year, she further added three World Championship short-course medals to her growing collection.

Most recently, O’Connor has focused on coaching, notably providing expert guidance to actress Daisy Ridley for her role in the upcoming 2024 film ‘Young Woman and the Sea,’ showcasing her ability to apply elite athletic insights to diverse and high-profile projects.