Olympic Gold Medalist Matty Lee Retires from Diving at 26

Citing injuries and personal loss, the British diver steps away from a decorated career that included historic triumphs with Tom Daley.

Matty Lee, who won gold in the men's synchronised 10m platform with Tom Daley at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, announced his retirement via Instagram.
The 26-year-old diver cited injuries, including a 2024 spinal surgery, and the loss of his father in 2022 as key factors in his decision to step away from the sport.
Lee's Olympic victory alongside Daley marked the first non-Chinese win in the event since 2000, defeating the heavily favored Chinese pair by 1.2 points.
Throughout his career, Lee also earned medals at the World Championships, European Championships, and Commonwealth Games, solidifying his legacy in diving.
In his retirement statement, Lee expressed gratitude to his family, coaches, and teammates, reflecting on the memories and relationships formed during his 20 years in the sport.