Rebecca Adlington retires from competitive swimming
Britain's double Olympic champion swimmer Rebecca Adlington has retired from competition to concentrate on grassroots coaching,.
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Rising swimming star went into 'cardiac arrest'
Chloe had attended the swimming awards ceremony on Saturday and later went to a party at a friend's house.
Police said the cause of death was not yet known but there are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances and details have been passed to the coroner.
– Police spokesmanAt about 8.30am on February 3 2013, police were called by the ambulance service who had attended a house on Bryons Drive in Timperley.
Paramedics were there to treat a 16-year-old girl who had gone into cardiac arrest.
She was taken to hospital but sadly died.
The spokesman said that Chloe had slipped and cut her lip at her friend's party, but described it as a "minor injury".
Teenager tipped to be part of GB 2016 squad dies
A teenager tipped to be part of the GB swimming squad for the 2016 Olympics died in bed at home just hours after she won her latest award.
Chloe Waddell, 16, went into cardiac arrest on Sunday morning and despite efforts from an ambulance crew to save her she was pronounced dead in hospital.
Police said the cause of death was not yet known but there are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances and details have been passed to the coroner.
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Rebecca Adlington looks forward to a 'new chapter'
Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington has thanked all those who have supported her throughout her career.
In a series of tweets and in a longer article on her website Rebecca thanked, "all my swimming teaches/coaches when I was young. You made it so much fun!"
In a statement connected to her retirement she also said, "To everyone in Mansfield who has believed in me from day one. It will always be my home. I'm a proud Mansfield girl!!"
Obviously I have announced the end of my competitive swimming career. Sad in many ways but also so exciting. New chapter of my life begins!
From @BeckAdlington on Twitter:Thank you so everyone who supported me! Too many to thank in 140 characters so all said here... http://t.co/lebhW4IQ
From @BeckAdlington on Twitter:Its been an incredible journey, one I will treasure and remember for the rest of my life. Thank you x
From @BeckAdlington on Twitter:Rebecca Adlington 'will stay involved in swimming'
Speaking to ITV News Sports Editor Steve Scott, Rebecca Adlington has said she will stay involved with swimming as she retires from competition.
She said; "swimming is my passion, it's been that since I was young. Since i was four years old, getting in the pool I just absolutely loved it. I want to stay involved with that in all levels."
The double Olympic champion also explained why she is retiring at just 23-years-old saying, "women tend to be four years younger then men [on the team] and especially for my event, for distance swimming you are a lot younger."
Rebecca Adlington retires from competitive swimming
Britain's double Olympic champion swimmer Rebecca Adlington has retired from competition to concentrate on grassroots coaching,.
Read the full storySeb Coe hails Rebecca Adlington's 'remarkable' career
– British Olympic Association Chair Lord Sebastian CoeBecky Adlington's unforgettable success in Beijing inspired a generation to get in the pool and swim. Her down to earth personality and remarkable career achievements have made her a national treasure. Becky's vision for the future of grass roots swimming in this country will create a wonderful legacy from one of our greatest Olympians. I have no doubt this vision will be pursued with the same drive, dedication and determination as Becky consistently displayed in the pool.
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Michael Phelps tribute to 'fantastic' Rebecca Adlington
Michael Phelps, the 18-times Olympic gold medal winner, has paid his tribute to Rebecca Adlington's "fantastic career."
– Michael PhelpsOur paths have crossed many times over the years - at meets and through a shared sponsor.
Her accomplishments speak for themselves, she has been a great representative for British Swimming and the sport overall. I congratulate her on a fantastic career and wish her all the best in the future.
Adlington's 'proud' coach pays tribute to swimmer
Rebecca Adlington's long term coach Bill Furniss has paid tribute to the swimmer as she announces her retirement:
Proud to have been Rebecca's coach the same qualities that made her the best ever will ensure success in everything she does
From @billH20 on Twitter:Olympians tributes to Rebecca Adlington
Olympians have taken to Twitter to pay tribute to Rebecca Adlington and to wish her luck as she retires from competitive swimming.
Boxer Anthony Ogogo, heptathlete Louise Hazel and open water swimmer Kari-anne Payne tweeted:
@beckadlington All the best for your retirement Becks. You'll go down as an absolute legend in the pool. Good luck in the future love x
From @AnthonyOgogo on Twitter:Happy Retirement! @beckadlington best wishes x
From @LouiseHazel on Twitter:So unbelievably proud of @beckadlington and honoured to have been on some of your journey with you. I miss you alread!! xxxxx #legend
From @KeriannePayne on Twitter:Adlington says encouraging children to swim 'would overtake every achievement of career'
Rebecca Adlington has announced her retirement from competitive swimming but says she would like to stay involved in swimming and help bring on the next generation.
She said she wants to encourage children into the pool and hopes she can inspire youngsters to get into swimming.
"Would overtake every achievement of my career if I could get every child in Britain to swim."
The Olympic medallist went on to say Beijing 2008 was her career highlight. She also paid tribute to her coach Bill Furniss, saying her medals are his as well.