Stephanie Rice's Spiritual Decision to Leave Swimming

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By Sarah Davis • Updated Nov 6, 2026 at 05:00

Stephanie Rice shares tearful career update after being rejected from over 130 jobs - Nine.com.au — Stephanie Rice's Spiritual Decision to Leave Swimming

Australian Olympic swimmer Stephanie Rice has stepped down from her position. She claimed she got a message from God telling her to step away. Rice described the decision as spiritually driven. She has decided to start fresh. The news was shared by News.com.au and 7NEWS on October 12, 2026. Rice called herself at the beginning of her new path. No details about what role she held or what she plans to do next were immediately available.

“She claimed she got a message from God telling her to step away,” — Farah Vance, staff writer at Stancroft Bury Media, commented.

By the Numbers

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Timeline

Nov 4 — Australian Olympic swimmer Stephanie Rice has stepped down from her position....

Nov 5 — No details about what role she held or what she plans to do next were immediately available....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 2. The Stancroft Bury Media desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Monday, Nov 9.

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