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Swimming superstar Ariarne Titmus visits Launceston’s best ahead of two public appearances

The swimming sensation, Ariarne Titmus, made a splash in her hometown of Launceston this week visiting all of the city’s highlights. Here’s how you can meet her.

Gold Medalist, Ariarne Titmus and Silver Medalist, Summer McIntosh of Team Canada pose with their medals following the Medal Ceremony after the Women's 400m Freestyle Final at the Olympic Games Paris 2024. Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images
Gold Medalist, Ariarne Titmus and Silver Medalist, Summer McIntosh of Team Canada pose with their medals following the Medal Ceremony after the Women's 400m Freestyle Final at the Olympic Games Paris 2024. Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images

Swimming superstar Ariarne Titmus made a splash in her hometown of Launceston on Wednesday, visiting all of the city’s highlights after touching down on Tuesday night.

During her trip, the four-time Olympic gold medallist was sure to check out the infamous City Park Macaque monkey enclosure and hitch a ride on the Cataract Gorge chairlift.

Titmus shared her journey on social media ahead of two public appearances in Launceston this weekend.

Ariarne Titmus back in her home town of Launceston. Picture: Instagram
Ariarne Titmus back in her home town of Launceston. Picture: Instagram

Lucky fans will have the opportunity to meet the homegrown Olympic golden girl at Harvey Norman Launceston on October 12.

Titmus is also set to visit major sports apparel and equipment retailer Rebel Sport just weeks after it opened its doors in Launceston.

To celebrate the store’s opening, a select few will win an exclusive meet and greet with the swimmer on October 13.

Ariarne Titmus at the Bay of Fires back home in Tasmania. Picture: Instagram
Ariarne Titmus at the Bay of Fires back home in Tasmania. Picture: Instagram

Titmus’ sojourn to Tassie follows her announcement that she will be stepping away from the sport for up to a year to recharge.

She previously revealed she would take a well-earned break from the sport for a prolonged period and is unsure when she would return.

“I’m going to have a really big break. I need a mental break away from the sport and just do some things outside of swimming and learn more about myself and figure out my passions outside of swimming,” Titmus said.

stephanie.dalton@news.com.au

Originally published as Swimming superstar Ariarne Titmus visits Launceston’s best ahead of two public appearances

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