Ian Thorpe is Doing Much Better, Will Likely Commentate at Commonwealth Games

We were a bit worried about Our Ian, but as of right now, he seems to be on the mend. Though he needs further arm surgery, he has recommenced fitness training, and is reportedly easing his way back into social life. He is also expected to sign on with Network 10 as a commentator for their swimming coverage at the upcoming Commonwealth Games, alongside former teammate Nicole Livingstone.

“Ian is in a great head space and is doing really well again,” a representative of his management company said recently. “He’s getting back into work and getting out and about and in the next couple of months he’ll be travelling overseas. It’s business as usual. There are a number of opportunities we are looking at case by case.”

In the past, Thorpe has been open about his struggles with depression. In February this year, Thorpe was found wandering the Sydney street where his parents live at 3am, and was reportedly “disoriented” while on a mix of painkillers and prescription anti-depressants. He was later admitted to Bankstown hospital, where it was recommended he undergo a stay in a rehab facility.

At the time, Thorpe’s manager spoke of an outpouring of well-wishing and said “I don’t think there’d be a person in Australia who witnessed Ian’s success in the pool that doesn’t wish him the best of luck.” That sentiment still holds true today, as Thorpe prepares to commentate at the games.
 

via Daily Telegraph
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