AOC Media Centre - Swimming

Sam Riley in the 1996 UniformSam Riley models the Atlanta 1996 Opening Ceremony uniform.

Kieren Perkins

O'Neill swamped by alumniOlympic champion Susie O'Neill is swamped by her alumni at Lourdes College on Olympic Day.

Madame Butterfly returns to schoolOlympic champion Susie O'Neill returned to her old high school, Lourdes College, to talk about the postive impact sport has had on her life for Olympic Day.

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.

Aussie SmilesAustralia's Samantha Riley smiles with her bronze-medal win in the 100m butterfly.

Russian GoldRussian swimmer Aleksandr Popov celebrates his gold medal win in the men's 100m freestyle.

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.

Bronzed MedleyThe Australian men's 4x100m medley relay team wave to the crowds after receiving their bronze medals. They are (left to right) Phil Rogers, Scott Miller, Steven Dewick and Michael Klim.

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