Olympic champion Ian Thorpe OAM has taken the Queens Baton to new heights.
The athlete carried the iconic Commonwealth Games symbol to the summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge over sunset.
Having won 15 gold medals collectively between the Commonwealth and Olympic games, Thorpe is one of Australia’s most successful sports people.
“It’s very special moment for me to be carrying the Queen’s Baton this evening and showcasing Sydney, my hometown, and Australia to the rest of the world." he said.
PIC: GC2018
“The Commonwealth Games were an important part of my career and the Queen’s Baton should inspire all athletes hoping to compete at GC2018. It’s also a reminder the Games are just around the corner!”
The Queen’s Baton has been passed between thousands of people for 288 days across Africa, the Caribbean, the Americas, Europe, Asia and Oceania.
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