James Guy

James Guy MBE is a decorated English swimming champion who specialises in freestyle and butterfly events. Throughout his illustrious career, James has won multiple gold medals over major international competitions. Such as the Olympic Games, World Championships, European Championships, and Commonwealth Games. With an impressive 45 major international medals, James is a huge name within the sporting world. Due to his exceptional performance in both individual and relay events, James is highly sought-after to speak on his experiences. 

After receiving a swimming scholarship to Millfield School at the young age of 13, James gained recognition early on by winning multiple medals at the European and World Junior Championships. He went on to make his senior international debut at the 2013 World Aquatics Championships, where he finished 5^th in the 400m freestyle and lowered his British Age Group Record. James’ breakthrough came later in 2014, when he won 3 gold medals at the British Championships and his first senior international medals at the Commonwealth Games and World Championships. 

More recently, James has had many notable achievements and accolades. Starting at the 2020 Summer Olympics, where he became a double Olympic champion and won gold in the 4x200m freestyle and the inaugural mixed medley relay, setting world and European records. James then went on to earn one gold, three silver, and two bronze medals at the 2022 Commonwealth Games. Having defended his legacy multiple times, James went into the 2024 Summer Olympics ready to continue this streak of excellence. He did exactly that, winning gold in the 4x200m freestyle relay and becoming part of the first team to defend an Olympic relay title with the same swimmers. 

A legend in the sporting world, James’ career is marked by many impressive achievements. His ability to retain the position as a highly decorated athlete and his multiple Olympic titles and world records, have cemented his reputation and earnt him the title of MBE. James’ story is nothing less than inspiring, motivating, and engaging. He is highly regarded and sought-after to speak on his many experiences and is a true credit to the sporting world.