James Hickman is a former swimmer from Great Britain, who became a world champion five times on the 200 m butterfly in short course (25 m), twice world record holder, Commonwealth Champion and four times European Champion.
He announced his retirement from the sport in 2004. During that year he reached the semi-final of the 100 m butterfly in the 2004 Athens Olympics, finishing with a time of 53.10 seconds. He also reached the semi-final in the 2000 Sydney Olympics finishing 6th (likewise in the 200 m butterfly).
His best appearance in an Olympic final came in the 1996 Atlanta Games, where he placed 7th in the 200 m butterfly.
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James writes for the Manchester Evening News 10.03.2003
There's a fair bit happening at the moment. My mum and sister are unwell. City have had a major boardroom upheaval. I'm starting to manage ten of...
James stars in “Magnificent Seven”!!
So he's no Steve McQueen but our very own World Short Course 200m Butterfly Champion, James Hickman, was one of seven special guests who came out to...
James makes guest appearance for City fans….
James recenty made an appearance at the "Reddish Blues" a Manchester City Supporters group. As everyone knows James is passionate about City !! To...