LATEST: IAN THORPE FURIOUS, CRITICIZES HARMFUL MEDIA – "STOP USING HIM AS A FOUL FOR PUBLIC OPINION!" A bitter paradox is unfolding in Australian swimming: The man who just achieved a great feat is now the victim of a horrific smear campaign. Immediately after Nash Hawkins destroyed the 200m breaststroke race and officially erased the legendary record of world champion Zac Stubblety-Cook, he instantly fell under the scrutiny of malicious comparisons. The wave of ruthless criticism aimed at swimming prodigy Nash has finally reached the breaking point of the professional community! The greatest legend in Australian racing history – Thorpe – has officially broken his silence with a fiery speech to confront those who are deliberately trying to undermine this young talent.