AOC Media Centre - Kieren Perkins

Torch RelayTorchbearer Zali Steggall (R) passes the Olympic Flame to Kieren Perkins atop the Sydney Harbour Bridge during the Athens 2004 Olympic Torch Relay in Sydney, Australia. The Olympic Flame travelled to 34 cities in 27 countries en route to the Athens 2004 Olympic Games.

A New RoleSwimmer Kieren Perkins attends a photo call regarding his appointment to the 2012 Australian Olympic Team as Athlete Liason Officer.

American GoldOlympic gold medalist Kieren Perkins poses with his medal during the 1996 Olympic Games held in Atlanta, USA. Perkins won gold in the Men's 1500m Freestyle. One of the world's best-ever long-distance swimmers, he won two Olympic gold medals in 1992 and 1996 in the 1500-metre freestyle, and a silver medal in 2000.

Spanish SwimKieren Perkins in action during the Mens 200m freestyle during the 1992 Olympic Games in Barcelona, Spain.

Australia's 1, 2 FinishFirst and second place, Australia's Kieren Perkins celebrates with teammate Daniel Kowalski after winning gold in the men's 1,500m freestyle. Kowalski won the silver medal.

1500m DominanceKieren Perkins of Australia touches the edge first and celebrates his gold medal win in the men's 1500m freestyle final.