"In my younger years, I went through quitting and coming back, quitting and coming back. My parents were like, ‘Maybe swimming’s just not for you. Stop and go do something else that makes you happy.’” McKeon found out soon enough that being ordinary didn’t make her happy — especially when she had the potential to be the best in the world. BAZAAR's August issue is on newsstands now. Order your copy at the link in bio. Photographed by @jessrubyjames Styled by @jilliandavison Hair by @michmcquillan Colour by @colourbykathy Makeup by @kelliestrattonmakeup Manicure by @jocelynpetroni Produced by @cassandrawh @emmamckeon wears @iwcwatches_aus_nz Pilot Chronograph TOP GUN edition Woodland watch, @sir_thelabel Georges Dress