Susan O'Neill, OAM (born 2 August 1973) is an Australian former competitive swimmer from Brisbane, Queensland, nicknamed "Madame Butterfly". She achieved eight Olympic Games medals during her swimming career.
Early life
Susan (Susie) O'Neill was born on 2 August 1973 in Mackay, Queensland to mother, Trish and father, John. She has two siblings, a brother and a sister. Her family moved to Brisbane and she was educated at Lourdes Hill College (LHC) in Hawthorne. Whilst at LHC, O'Neill excelled in sport, setting school records in 50 m and 100 m butterfly, freestyle, and backstroke. She was also LHC cross country champion and set records for the 13 years 800 m in 1986 and for the 15 years 400 m in 1988 for athletics. All these records still stood as of 2011.
Swimming Career
O'Neill won the 200 m butterfly at the 1996 Summer Olympics and the 200 m freestyle at the 2000 Summer Olympics.[2] She won 35 Australian titles and holds the Australian women's record for the most Olympic medals (eight), with Dawn Fraser, Leisel Jones and Petria Thomas.[3]
2000 | Susie O'Neill | World Record | 2.05.81 | Women's 200m Fly | May 17 2000
World Record | Olympic Gold Medallist Susie O'Neill beating Mary T Meaghers legionary 200m Butterfly World Record | Achieved on May 17 2000 at Australia's Sydney Olympic selection trials | Prior to this Mary Ts World Record had stood for 19 years, since August 1981 | This footage has been taken from a Channel 9 Australia broadcast | If this is a breach of copyright, please advise and it will be removed |
Event Results:
1. ONEILL Susan 2:05.81 WR
2. THOMAS Petria 2:07.21
3. HUNTER Nicole 2:13.78
4. CANNING Katie 2:14.73
5. CRAWFORD Heidi 2:14.76
6. DAVENPORT Lara 2:15.30
7. COFFEE Rachel 2:16.04
8. CANTRELL Aimee 2:17.17
Superstar Susie ONeill winning the Womens 200m Freestyle, in front of a home crowd, at 2000 Sydney Olympics | ONeill swims a time of 158.24 to hold off Martina Moravcová and the 1996 champion Claudia Poll | ONeill retired from swimming following this meet with a total of 8 Olympic medals from 3 Olympic Games | This footage has been taken from a Channel 7 Australia broadcast | If this is a breach of copyright please advise and it will be removed
published: 18 May 2009
Susie O’Neill breaks down watching Sydney Olympics race | The Back Page
Australia’s former queen of the pool Susie O’Neill has broken down after reliving the moment that continues to haunt her to this day.
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Susie O'Neill's Sydney 2000
From the whirlwind experience of her final Olympics appearance, Susie O'Neill has found that feeling again - on the radio #MySydney2000
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Susie O'Neill and Petria Thomas, 200m Butterfly 1996 Atlanta. Including interviews.
published: 16 Jul 2023
2000 | Susie ONeill & Petria Thomas | Olympic Silver & Bronze | 200m Butterfly | Sydney Olympics
published: 11 Jul 2012
Sydney 2000, Susie O'Neill wins 200m freestyle gold
Eight-time Olympic medallist Susie O'Neill reflects on her first Olympic gold medal when she won the women's 200m Freestyle at Sydney 2000.
published: 18 Sep 2020
Olympic Great Susie O'Neill Breaks Another Swimming Record
Aussie swimming legend Susie O'Neill has broken another world record, in her first race in more than 20 years. The Olympic hero tells us all about it.
#SusieONeill #WorldRecord #Swimming
published: 18 Jun 2023
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Kellogg's - Suzie O'Neill (Australian Swimmer)
Suzie O'Neill, also known as Madame Butterfly, is a retired Australian swimmer born on October 2, 1973, in Mackay, Queensland. She was one of Australia's most successful swimmers, specializing in butterfly and freestyle events.
O'Neill had an illustrious career, representing Australia in multiple Olympic Games. She won a total of eight Olympic medals, including gold in the 200m butterfly at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics and silver in the same event at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
In addition to her Olympic success, O'Neill excelled in World Championships and Commonwealth Games. She held world records in the 200m butterfly and 4x200m freestyle relay during her career.
Her achievements also include multiple gold medals in the Commonwealth Games, where she showcased her versatility in various swi...
World Record | Olympic Gold Medallist Susie O'Neill beating Mary T Meaghers legionary 200m Butterfly World Record | Achieved on May 17 2000 at Australia's Sydne...
World Record | Olympic Gold Medallist Susie O'Neill beating Mary T Meaghers legionary 200m Butterfly World Record | Achieved on May 17 2000 at Australia's Sydney Olympic selection trials | Prior to this Mary Ts World Record had stood for 19 years, since August 1981 | This footage has been taken from a Channel 9 Australia broadcast | If this is a breach of copyright, please advise and it will be removed |
Event Results:
1. ONEILL Susan 2:05.81 WR
2. THOMAS Petria 2:07.21
3. HUNTER Nicole 2:13.78
4. CANNING Katie 2:14.73
5. CRAWFORD Heidi 2:14.76
6. DAVENPORT Lara 2:15.30
7. COFFEE Rachel 2:16.04
8. CANTRELL Aimee 2:17.17
World Record | Olympic Gold Medallist Susie O'Neill beating Mary T Meaghers legionary 200m Butterfly World Record | Achieved on May 17 2000 at Australia's Sydney Olympic selection trials | Prior to this Mary Ts World Record had stood for 19 years, since August 1981 | This footage has been taken from a Channel 9 Australia broadcast | If this is a breach of copyright, please advise and it will be removed |
Event Results:
1. ONEILL Susan 2:05.81 WR
2. THOMAS Petria 2:07.21
3. HUNTER Nicole 2:13.78
4. CANNING Katie 2:14.73
5. CRAWFORD Heidi 2:14.76
6. DAVENPORT Lara 2:15.30
7. COFFEE Rachel 2:16.04
8. CANTRELL Aimee 2:17.17
Superstar Susie ONeill winning the Womens 200m Freestyle, in front of a home crowd, at 2000 Sydney Olympics | ONeill swims a time of 158.24 to hold off Martina...
Superstar Susie ONeill winning the Womens 200m Freestyle, in front of a home crowd, at 2000 Sydney Olympics | ONeill swims a time of 158.24 to hold off Martina Moravcová and the 1996 champion Claudia Poll | ONeill retired from swimming following this meet with a total of 8 Olympic medals from 3 Olympic Games | This footage has been taken from a Channel 7 Australia broadcast | If this is a breach of copyright please advise and it will be removed
Superstar Susie ONeill winning the Womens 200m Freestyle, in front of a home crowd, at 2000 Sydney Olympics | ONeill swims a time of 158.24 to hold off Martina Moravcová and the 1996 champion Claudia Poll | ONeill retired from swimming following this meet with a total of 8 Olympic medals from 3 Olympic Games | This footage has been taken from a Channel 7 Australia broadcast | If this is a breach of copyright please advise and it will be removed
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Aussie swimming legend Susie O'Neill has broken another world record, in her first race in more than 20 years. The Olympic hero tells us all about it.
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Aussie swimming legend Susie O'Neill has broken another world record, in her first race in more than 20 years. The Olympic hero tells us all about it.
#SusieONeill #WorldRecord #Swimming
Aussie swimming legend Susie O'Neill has broken another world record, in her first race in more than 20 years. The Olympic hero tells us all about it.
#SusieONeill #WorldRecord #Swimming
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Suzie O'Neill, also known as Madame Butterfly, is a retired Australian swimmer born on October 2, 1973, in Mackay, Queensland. She was one of Australia's most s...
Suzie O'Neill, also known as Madame Butterfly, is a retired Australian swimmer born on October 2, 1973, in Mackay, Queensland. She was one of Australia's most successful swimmers, specializing in butterfly and freestyle events.
O'Neill had an illustrious career, representing Australia in multiple Olympic Games. She won a total of eight Olympic medals, including gold in the 200m butterfly at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics and silver in the same event at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
In addition to her Olympic success, O'Neill excelled in World Championships and Commonwealth Games. She held world records in the 200m butterfly and 4x200m freestyle relay during her career.
Her achievements also include multiple gold medals in the Commonwealth Games, where she showcased her versatility in various swimming disciplines. O'Neill's dedication, talent, and sportsmanship have made her a respected figure in Australian swimming history. After retiring from competitive swimming, she has been involved in sports commentary and various charitable activities.
Suzie O'Neill, also known as Madame Butterfly, is a retired Australian swimmer born on October 2, 1973, in Mackay, Queensland. She was one of Australia's most successful swimmers, specializing in butterfly and freestyle events.
O'Neill had an illustrious career, representing Australia in multiple Olympic Games. She won a total of eight Olympic medals, including gold in the 200m butterfly at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics and silver in the same event at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
In addition to her Olympic success, O'Neill excelled in World Championships and Commonwealth Games. She held world records in the 200m butterfly and 4x200m freestyle relay during her career.
Her achievements also include multiple gold medals in the Commonwealth Games, where she showcased her versatility in various swimming disciplines. O'Neill's dedication, talent, and sportsmanship have made her a respected figure in Australian swimming history. After retiring from competitive swimming, she has been involved in sports commentary and various charitable activities.
World Record | Olympic Gold Medallist Susie O'Neill beating Mary T Meaghers legionary 200m Butterfly World Record | Achieved on May 17 2000 at Australia's Sydney Olympic selection trials | Prior to this Mary Ts World Record had stood for 19 years, since August 1981 | This footage has been taken from a Channel 9 Australia broadcast | If this is a breach of copyright, please advise and it will be removed |
Event Results:
1. ONEILL Susan 2:05.81 WR
2. THOMAS Petria 2:07.21
3. HUNTER Nicole 2:13.78
4. CANNING Katie 2:14.73
5. CRAWFORD Heidi 2:14.76
6. DAVENPORT Lara 2:15.30
7. COFFEE Rachel 2:16.04
8. CANTRELL Aimee 2:17.17
Superstar Susie ONeill winning the Womens 200m Freestyle, in front of a home crowd, at 2000 Sydney Olympics | ONeill swims a time of 158.24 to hold off Martina Moravcová and the 1996 champion Claudia Poll | ONeill retired from swimming following this meet with a total of 8 Olympic medals from 3 Olympic Games | This footage has been taken from a Channel 7 Australia broadcast | If this is a breach of copyright please advise and it will be removed
Australia’s former queen of the pool Susie O’Neill has broken down after reliving the moment that continues to haunt her to this day.
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Suzie O'Neill, also known as Madame Butterfly, is a retired Australian swimmer born on October 2, 1973, in Mackay, Queensland. She was one of Australia's most successful swimmers, specializing in butterfly and freestyle events.
O'Neill had an illustrious career, representing Australia in multiple Olympic Games. She won a total of eight Olympic medals, including gold in the 200m butterfly at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics and silver in the same event at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
In addition to her Olympic success, O'Neill excelled in World Championships and Commonwealth Games. She held world records in the 200m butterfly and 4x200m freestyle relay during her career.
Her achievements also include multiple gold medals in the Commonwealth Games, where she showcased her versatility in various swimming disciplines. O'Neill's dedication, talent, and sportsmanship have made her a respected figure in Australian swimming history. After retiring from competitive swimming, she has been involved in sports commentary and various charitable activities.
Susan O'Neill, OAM (born 2 August 1973) is an Australian former competitive swimmer from Brisbane, Queensland, nicknamed "Madame Butterfly". She achieved eight Olympic Games medals during her swimming career.
Early life
Susan (Susie) O'Neill was born on 2 August 1973 in Mackay, Queensland to mother, Trish and father, John. She has two siblings, a brother and a sister. Her family moved to Brisbane and she was educated at Lourdes Hill College (LHC) in Hawthorne. Whilst at LHC, O'Neill excelled in sport, setting school records in 50 m and 100 m butterfly, freestyle, and backstroke. She was also LHC cross country champion and set records for the 13 years 800 m in 1986 and for the 15 years 400 m in 1988 for athletics. All these records still stood as of 2011.
Swimming Career
O'Neill won the 200 m butterfly at the 1996 Summer Olympics and the 200 m freestyle at the 2000 Summer Olympics.[2] She won 35 Australian titles and holds the Australian women's record for the most Olympic medals (eight), with Dawn Fraser, Leisel Jones and Petria Thomas.[3]
Breaking through the waves again, floating by the waters edge where I lay my mind to rest, sun beats down on my face, harsh south-east blows in the trees, no footprints in the sand, feel like I'm the only one on this earth, so at ease, and this day, seasonal. Winter fade, seasonal. This is a time to renew, clean the slate, wash away, this is a place to escape,,shed the skin, wash away, memory erased. And in my mind I hibernate, waiting for dawn to break, sun shines through the clouds again, winter fades, start afresh [x2] Season of spring, season of spring, breathe into me, wash over me,
Susie O'Neill had an emotional farewell on Thursday morning as she hosted her final ever episode of Nova's Brisbane breakfast show ... Susie O'Neill had an ... Susie O'Neill announces shock career move.
Nikki, 43, will be replacing former Olympic swimmer Susie O'Neill, who sensationally quit the show live on-air last month ... Nikki will be replacing former Olympic swimmer Susie O'Neill (pictured), who sensationally quit the show live on-air last month.
'Feeling that adrenaline, it's what I have been dreaming of doing since I was five years old and I was watching Susie O'Neill on TV at the 2000 Olympics.
Retired Olympic swimmer Susie O'Neill rocked a daring split in her black dress ... Retired Olympic swimmer Susie O'Neill, 51, (pictured) rocked a daring split in her black dress.
Susie O'Neill broke down in tears and she announced her shock resignation from her BrisbaneNova breakfast show on Friday morning ... Susie O'Neill ... Susie O'Neill announces shock career move.
'Women have contributed an incredible amount to sport in Australia, and left a significant mark, as they created moments like us that have united a nation, whether it's Betty Cuthbert, Susie O'Neill, ...
Olympics fans' jaws dropped over a Katie Ledecky clip that resurfaced from 2020 ... 'That's crazy in a good way!! Bravo!!' one user wrote ... Read More ...Australia'sSusie O'Neill did it with beer, while AmericanMark Grevers used nonalcoholic beer ... .
Pictured ...Karl's relay team consisted of Beach Volley Ball gold medallist Kerri Pottharst and Olympic swimming great and two-time gold medalist Susie O'Neill. Interviewed after the race Karl admitted his form could have been better ... (Pictured) ... .
The 200m freestyle discipline holds a distinct, curious place on the swimming roster ... It is an intriguing match-up ... Susie O’Neill won gold at the 1996 Olympics, while swimming legend Shane Gould swum to victory at the Munich Games in 1972 ... .
The embarrassing moment was explained during the 'Ash, Luttsy and Susie O'Neill' show by Nova 106.9's MitchLewis on Thursday morning ... Ikin didn't have his pass on him at the time and didn't protest the security guard's decision ... Sydney. .
Spencer Connelly, a 16-year-old from Tasmania's north-west, recently fulfilled a dream that few teenagers can imagine ... By ... follow us. share. Key Highlight ... Susie O'Neill, CEO of the KidsFoundation, worked tirelessly to make this dream come true ... .
Aussie swimming legend Susie O'Neill has appeared at every Olympics since she debuted as a swimmer in 1992, but this year she's decided to give the world's biggest sporting event a miss to concentrate on her family life.
No ... 2 Denver vs ... 2000 — Australia’sSusie O’Neill breaks the oldest record in international swimming, winning the 200-meter butterfly and beating the 1981 mark by Mary T ... O’Neill is timed in 2 minutes, 5.81 seconds, topping the record by 0.15 seconds.
May 17 ...2000 — Australia’sSusie O’Neill breaks the oldest record in international swimming, winning the 200-meter butterfly and beating the 1981 mark by Mary T. Meagher. O’Neill is timed in 2 minutes, 5.81 seconds, topping the record by 0.15 seconds.