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Katie Shanahan
Athlete
Katie Shanahan is a Scottish swimmer recognized for her achievements in backstroke events.
Notable Quotes
"I've always said that if I can inspire the next generation of athletes coming through, then my job has been done."View Story →
"I'm the biggest Love Island fan ever, I've watched every season."View Story →
Related Stories
'Phenomenal!' - GB's Shanahan wins European 200m backstroke gold
Katie Shanahan breaks the British record to win the women's 200m backstrokegold at the 2026 European Acquatics Championships in Paris.
August 11, 2026Ramsay-Peaty fifth in European Championships 100m final
Adam Ramsay-Peaty was beaten for the first time at a European Aquatics Championships as he finished fifth in the 100m breaststroke final in Paris.
August 11, 2026I turned down Love Island and won silver at the Commonwealth Games
Katie Shanahan was offered the chance to appear on the dating show last year - but decided she wanted to inspire a new generation of young swimmers.
July 28, 2026Quieter night in pool for Scots, but more finals reached
No podium places or rousing renditions of Flower of Scotland at Tollcross on Saturday night, but the home swimming ranks still have cause for cheer.
July 25, 2026