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“The Public Had No Idea”: 17 Little-Known Facts And Shocking Stories About Olympic Athletes

The Olympic spotlight captures moments of glory, but it doesn’t tell the whole story. From unexpected professions to inspiring second acts, these examples show what life looks like for athletes once the competition ends.

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Every U.S. Olympian was promised a $200,000 payout, but how much they actually keep depends on where they live

Olympians will get a post-tax income boost ranging from about $48,350 to $73,146, according to a Fortune analysis based on today’s tax rates.

Fortune

Ryan Lochte and Kayla Reid 'not in a good place'

Kayla Reid says she and estranged husband Ryan Lochte are “not in a good place” as they go through their divorce.

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Gold and silver prices have soared in time for the 2026 Olympics—now winning-athlete's medals will be worth more money than ever with some fetching over $100K

With gold prices soaring, Olympic medals are now worth more money than ever—and some athletes, like swimming champion Ryan Lochte, are cashing in on six-figure offers.

Fortune

Ryan Lochte explains why he’s selling his Olympic medals after facing backlash

The former professional swimmer put three of his gold medals up for auction

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USA Swimming Criticism Was Premature, but Something Must Change Before 2028 Olympics

Michael Phelps and Ryan Lochte were among those to call out a slow start at the world championships in Singapore. The sky isn’t falling but L.A. looms large.

Sports Illustrated

American swimmers hit back at Michael Phelps and Ryan Lochte criticism

The retired greats took to Instagram to criticise the American contingent in Singapore, but performances have picked up as the meet has continued

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Ryan Lochte says it ‘hasn’t been easy’ as wife files for divorce after 7 years

The couple shares three children together

The Independent UK

Alexander Mattison embraces cornhole, wins celebrity pro-am

Having never played cornhole until college, Alexander Mattison embraced the sport and shined on it's biggest stage.

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Perfect Match shows that self-awareness is ruining reality TV

Netflix’s newest dating show throws alumni from its other reality series together for the ultimate match-making mission. But it feels staged and contrived, and it just makes Isobel Lewis miss all the ‘normal people’

The Independent UK

The Traitors US - Meet the contestants of new BBC series and find out how to watch

The Traitors US series will see 20 American contestants swept off to a remote Scottish castle for the ultimate murder mystery reality show which lands on BBC iplayer

Daily Mirror

Ryan Lochte to Auction Olympic Silver, Bronze Medals for Charity

The 12-time Olympic medalist in swimming is parting with half his medals.

Sports Illustrated

Ledecky Becomes Most-Decorated Woman in World Champs History

The 25-year-old won her historic medal as a part of the 800-meter freestyle relay.

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