The Untold Story of Princess Charlene's Swimming Triumphs

In 2021, PeopleIt was reported that Princess Charlene of Monaco resided separately from her family in South Africa for a period of six months. Initially, the royal — who married Prince Albert II in 2011, as noted by the source — had come to the country to assist residents through her charitable organization, the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation. According to People, the foundation's goal is to teach children how to swim in an effort to avoid accidental drownings. In September 2021,CNN reported that The princess was taken to a hospital.For an ear, nose, and throat infection that hindered her travel plans. During the following few months, this condition led Princess Charlene to undergo several corrective surgeries, as reported by People.

A few days latergoing back to her spouse and two kidsIn November 2021, it was disclosed that Princess Charlene was receiving treatment at a medical facility outside of Monaco for "emotional and physical exhaustion," as Prince Albert stated.People. By the end of the year, the monarch delivered an uplifting New Year's message to her followers, according toHello! Magazine, and wished them "love throughout the season." It's certain that Princess Charlene has many supporters who are hoping for her quick recovery... so that perhaps soon she can return to swimming.

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Princess Charlene used to be an Olympic swimmer.

Before marrying Prince Albert and becoming the Princess of Monaco, Princess Charlene enjoyed a highly successful career in swimming. According toPeople, the future king's swimming career started when she was 18 years old and claimed victory at the South African Championship in 1996. In 1999, the athlete secured 3 gold medals and a silver medal at the All-Africa Games, according toCheat Sheet. The source reported that Princess Charlene also met the requirements and participated in the Sydney Olympics as part of the 4x100 meter medley relay team that finished in fifth position. Although she aimed to take part in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, she failed to qualify and subsequently left the realm of competitive swimming.

Interestingly, swimming was the activity that brought Charlene together with her future husband, Prince Albert. According to Cheat Sheet, they first met at a swimming competition where Prince Albert was in charge in 2000. Although it's not clear when their relationship started, they officially announced their romance at the 2006 Winter Olympics. Nowadays, Princess Charlene may not spend as much time in the water as she once did, but she continues to dedicate a significant amount of her time to charitable efforts, including her own foundation that educates children around the world on water safety.

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