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Paralympics host Ellie Simmonds opens up about returning to the pool after retiring from professional swimming three years ago - and why she sometimes gets 'annoyed' by the public

Former Paralympic champion Ellie Simmonds has opened up about her life after retirement, revealing she still enjoys a dip in the pool despite occasionally getting 'annoyed' with other swimmers. The 29-year-old swimming sensation, who is set to make her presenting debut at the upcoming Paralympics in Paris, spoke about her current relationship with the sport. She continued to dominate the pool, securing three additional golds alongside a silver and two bronzes before hanging up her competitive goggles in 2021.

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