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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Larissa Howie

Watch: Tom Daley reflects on being young and famous

  • Tom Daley expressed feeling "helpless" for his younger self, reflecting on the challenges of growing up in the public eye.
  • Daley, who retired after the Paris 2024 Olympics, first gained fame at age 14 during the 2008 Beijing Games.
  • He shared his reflections at the premiere of 1.6 Seconds, a documentary featuring unseen footage from his early career.
  • Daley suggested that social media, if available during his youth, might have given him more control over his public image and narrative.
  • Daley highlighted the difficulties of protecting himself from various challenges as a young athlete in the spotlight.

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