Grant Hackett has visited the new Olympic swimming pool in Beijing and also hinted that this will be the pool that hosts his final international race.Â
When asked about the tumultuous past few months and the prospect of swimming in Beijing, Hackett replied…
“I have been so fortunate and you have your highs and lows, but I just have this strong belief Beijing will be the final peak.
“I just want to get past Beijing and then make decisions on my racing. I know my life is back on track and I know I have what it takes to produce something special in Beijing. This has always been the big picture for me and while Melbourne was disappointing at the world championships, it’s what happens next year that matters.”
Hackett has confirmed he’ll not only compete in his signature events in the pool, but he’ll also compete in the 10km open water swim.
“I have grown up in that open water environment and it’s four days after the 1500m, so I know I can do it at no risk to my chances in my other events,” Hackett said.