Bronte Campbell Announces Engagement to Benfield Lainchbury

Australian swimmer Bronte Campbell has officially announced her engagement to long-time boyfriend Benfield Lainchbury through a series of heartfelt photos on Instagram. The 30-year-old swimmer, known for her remarkable sports career, shared images showcasing the engagement ring and memorable moments from their trip to Europe.

The engagement ring features a stunning east-west set emerald cut diamond on a gold band. In one photo, Campbell and Lainchbury are captured during a golden hour boat ride in Venice, Italy, a moment that signifies the occasion of the proposal.

Campbell and Lainchbury took this trip following the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, where Campbell won a gold medal in the women’s 4 x 100m relay final, bringing her total Olympic gold medal count to four. The couple enjoyed various moments together during their travels, which included a romantic meal setting and affectionate selfies.

The announcement of their engagement received a positive response from friends and fellow athletes. Olympic swimmer Lani Pallister expressed her joy on social media, while others like Shayna Jack and Paul Parks extended their congratulations. Presenter Roz Kelly and motivational speaker Turia Pitt also showed their excitement for the couple.

Although Bronte Campbell’s sister and fellow Olympic swimmer, Cate Campbell, has not publicly commented on the news, it is presumed that the sisters have celebrated together privately.

Bronte Campbell and Benfield Lainchbury have known each other since childhood and began dating in 2016. Lainchbury has been a significant support system for Campbell, especially when she faced challenges in her swimming career and made the decision to return to the sport after a hiatus following the Tokyo Olympics.

As a prominent athlete in the swimming community, Campbell has over the years accumulated impressive achievements, including winning various state titles in freestyle events. Her decision to return to swimming has brought significant success, culminating in her recent Olympic victory.

Looking ahead, Campbell has not ruled out the possibility of competing in the next Olympic Games scheduled for Los Angeles in 2028, depending on her personal circumstances at that time.