Thanks to a reader for this adorable photo of Australian gold medal diver Matthew Mitcham and his partner Lachlan Fletcher. I am not sure when it was taken, but they certainly look like the happy couple. For more photos, videos and articles about Mitcham’s gold-medal diving performance check out our Matthew Mitcham archive.
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By Jim Buzinski
11 responses so far ↓
1 Greg Congdon // Aug 30, 2008 at 10:02 pm
I wish them both a loved filled relationship and grats to both of them on winning the gold, yes Matt won it but his partner helped by giving the support he needed.
2 Chuck // Aug 31, 2008 at 8:01 pm
On the one hand, awwwww :) And on the other, I mean, Jesus, I hope this kid is ready to deal with a profile that’s heretofore unprecedented. I’d rather there be less press attention and he still feel like he can go out in public than the track I’m afraid this post hints at. Although again, it’s adorable! And I clicked on it, so best to keep my stones to myself, huh?
3 David // Sep 1, 2008 at 1:40 am
I wonder if Matt is ready for the attention the gay community is going to throw at him. I’m curious if he even wants it. Is he prepared? I also wonder if the gay community is going to accept Matt’s relationship, whatever type it may be. Are we prepared for him to declare it’s an open relationship? That there is a huge age difference? What if he advocates barebacking? I mean, it’s not our business but the attention is going to be there. I think the gay community is looking for the perfect example in this seemingly wonderful kid.
4 wangqi // Sep 2, 2008 at 7:38 am
the best wish to them!
5 kj // Sep 4, 2008 at 10:52 am
i wish both of them the best the only thing i wish for is “i wish it was me holding that hottie on my back
6 xxxx // Oct 10, 2008 at 6:25 am
His partner is ugly, it seems like anyone can get anyone, as long as you are not me.
7 xxxx // Oct 10, 2008 at 6:26 am
oh… and besides… Mitcham is overrated. I would rather have Phelps. He just seems so more… human, less plastic.
8 Larry Hodge // Oct 15, 2008 at 4:52 pm
It is absolutely wonderful to see someone in the early part of their life do something so wonderful. I am at the other end of the scale at age 77 and have never been so moved as when I watched his performances and read his story. My latest partnership is in its 24th year and my lover is 20 years younger than me and we are still in love.
9 Peter // Nov 10, 2008 at 10:51 am
‘xxxx’, his partner is not “ugly”, he is a very handsome and attractive man judging by that photo. And even if he is ugly (which he’s NOT), maybe there’s more to their relationship than an idiot like you, who doesn’t know either of them at all, can comprehend from a brief glance at one photo.
10 Chike // Jan 1, 2009 at 2:49 am
13If a man also lie with mankind, as he lieth with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination: they shall surely be put to death; their blood shall be upon them. Leviticus 20:13
11 Tim // Jan 3, 2009 at 8:24 pm
Re: Chike - We understand and sympathise. I must point out though, that there are a lot of gay Christians (and non-Christians) out there who have at some point in their lives felt absolutely terrible for being gay - and we’re well aware of what the Bible says. I cried everyday for weeks after coming out; others have tried to commit suicide. We don’t choose to be homosexual, any more than heterosexuals choose their attraction to the opposite sex. But what use is it if we go around forever hating ourselves?The most important thing is that we’re still capable of LOVING people. LOVE, according to the Bible, is the MOST important thing in life, as is recounted at wedding ceremonies. Also, our sexuality doesn’t diminish our abilities or contributions to society.Matt and Lachlan are exemplary on both counts, and it is wonderful that most of the world accepts and adores them.
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