Newspaper Slammed for Criticizing Olympic Swimmer’s Weight

A newspaper caused a wave of controversy after criticizing an Olympic swimmer’s weight. But supporters of Australia’s Leisel Jones–a three-time gold medalist–have come to her aid and sent the champion’s naysayers back to the shallow end.

Leisel Jones, you have my 100% support. Your body is amaze & NORMAL. I can't believe this is even making news! #isupportwomeninsport

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Felicity Harley (@felicityharley) July 25, 2012

How dare ppl attack Leisel Jones. A talented athlete not a supermodel! If anyone thinks they have no cellulite they r kidding themselves!

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Danni Da Ros (@dannidaros) July 25, 2012

Bring on Gruen Sweat! ps How about we focus on the impressive person Leisel Jones is & stop being superficial mongrels. #goleisel

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Kurt Fearnley (@kurtfearnley) July 25, 2012

My bad - I didn't realise Leisel Jones earned her spot in London at a pageant. Here was I thinking she was a great swimmer!

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Katherine Bates (@KatherineLBates) July 25, 2012

I'm embarrassed by the Aussie media having a go at Leisel, one of Australia's greatest Olympians. Support athletes don't drag them down

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Melanie Schlanger (@Mel_Schlanger) July 24, 2012

Congratulations to Leisel Jones only swimmer in Australian olympics history to swim at 4 games. Let's all get behind her not bring her down.

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Brendan Fevola (@BrendanFevola25) July 25, 2012

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