Many people recognize Australian swimmer Ariarne Titmus for her stunning victory over Katie Ledecky. This happened when Titmus broke the women’s 400-meter freestyle world record at the 2023 World Swimming Championships, defeating her American rival. Since then, people have been quite curious about her personal and professional life. And with the 2024 Paris Olympics coming up, people’s interest in knowing about her has only increased.

This takes us back to an incident in 2021. A photo went viral, showing Titmus with a “mystery man,” leading to widespread speculation and setting tongues wagging. At that time, the swimmer played declined to comment on her relationship status. And with the Paris Olympics right around the corner, she intends to keep her focus on things that matter. “I can’t think beyond Paris. It’s too overwhelming. I can’t possibly think, ‘Oh my God, another Olympic cycle already,’” she revealed. While she focuses on her performance, here’s all we know about her dating life.

Ariarne Titmus: Is she in a relationship?

Ariarne Titmus is likely single at the moment. However, since 2022, rumors have been circulating that the swimmer is dating Melbourne Storm fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen.

According to the Herald Sun, Titmus and Papenhuyzen were seen together on Turnbull Stakes Day at Flemington in September 2022, adding fuel to the fire about their relationship.

Before being linked to Titmus, Papenhuyzen was dating Kelsey Browne but ended his three-year relationship with the Magpies netballer around the same time the Titmus rumors started. But Titmus and Papenhuyzen stayed quiet and didn’t address the speculations.

Similarly, the swimmer has been a part of several speculations. One such involves a fellow swimmer.

Was Ariarne Titmus in a relationship with fellow Australian swimmer Kyle Niesler?

Ariarne Titmus and Kyle Niesler have been romantically linked since 2020. In February 2022, they were spotted enjoying time at the Holey Moley Golf Club. Titmus shared a photo of them arm in arm jokingly saying, “Can confirm I’m the superior putt putter,” accompanied by a heart emoji and a wink.

Their relationship was also showcased during their trip to Noosa, Queensland, in 2021, which Titmus described as a “perfect little getaway.” They appeared happy, capturing and sharing moments from their time.

In April 2021, Niesler, then a junior Queensland champion swimmer who narrowly missed out on a spot in the Tokyo Games, posted sweet snaps celebrating their first anniversary. The pair often posted photos on Instagram showing how close they were. Even though they openly showed their love, Titmus has always kept her relationship with Niesler private.

It’s been three years since that time. Titmus hasn’t spoken about her relationship publicly and it doesn’t seem like she is with Niesler currently.

Regardless, the Olympics is what she wants to focus on. She is expected to face competition from Katie Ledeck. Titmus, known for her victory over Ledecky in the 400-meter freestyle at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and holding a world record, is determined to defend her championship.